Bournemouth Triathlon
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Event overview
The Bournemouth Triathlon takes place at BH Live Littledown in Bournemouth on 16 August 2026. The event is organised by TryTri / ReesLeisure. The format uses a pool swim at Littledown Centre, followed by a road cycle and a run that stays within the Littledown grounds.
Course and distances
- Sprint: 400 m pool swim, 22 km flat bike, 5 km flat run
- Novice: 200 m pool swim, 11 km flat bike, 2.5 km flat run
The swim is in a pool: Novice is 200 m (8 lengths) and Sprint is 400 m (16 lengths). The bike route is mostly flat roads through the Bournemouth area, passing residential and green spaces. The run loops through open parkland inside the Littledown grounds and finishes near the centre’s sports pitches. Novice bike is one lap (~11 km) and Sprint is two laps (~22 km). Run laps are one for Novice and two for Sprint.
Race day facilities and notes
Parking on approach to BH Live is free and limited. Toilets are located in the main sports building. There will be water at the finish and water station details are in participant packs; participants are advised to bring their own bottle for Transition and the bike. Transition procedures include fitting bike stickers and a helmet, and wearing the timing chip on the left ankle. Small items may be left in Transition at owner risk; there is no formal baggage storage. Medical and first aid cover is provided at points on the course. Included items: a First Triathlon Guide, a free swim hat, a starter kit, and a finisher’s medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
