Builth Wells Aquathlon
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Builth Wells Aquathlon 2026
The Builth Wells Aquathlon takes place on 09 Aug 2026 at Builth Wells Swimming Pool, North Road, Builth Wells LD2 3BU. The event raises funds and awareness for The Wales Air Ambulance; funds support fast medical aid in rural Wales. Entries are open and will close on 02 Aug 2026 or when an event reaches 99 entrants. The event is chip timed. All finishers receive a medal and a video of their finish. Age category winners receive prizes.
Race formats and rules
- 200 m swim / 3 km run
- 400 m swim / 5 km run
- 400 m swim / 5 km run (relay)
Swims take place in a 25 metre pool: the 200 m swim is 8 lengths and the 400 m swim is 16 lengths. Any stroke may be used. A swimming hat is provided and must be worn so lengths can be counted. Runs follow a course around The Groe. In the relay the swimmer completes the 400 m then hands over in the transition area to a runner for the 5 km leg.
Minimum ages (as at 31.12.26): the 200 m event requires age 13 (a participant aged 12 may take part if they turn 13 before 31 Dec 2026); the 400 m event and the relay require age 15 (a participant aged 14 may take part if they turn 15 before 31 Dec 2026).
Entry fees (early / late): 200 m - £10 / £12; 400 m individual - £15 / £17; 400 m relay - £22 / £24. The organiser pays the service fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
