Capernwray Mid Week Series
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Mid Week Sport Event at Capernwray
The Capernwray Mid Week Series August provides an opportunity to participate in multi-sport and swimming events during the week. Located at the Capernwray Dive Centre in Carnforth, the competition utilizes the clear waters of a flooded quarry for the swimming segments. The cycling portion takes place on undulating lanes throughout Lancashire, while the run follows a loop along the Lancaster canal towpath.
Participants can choose from several different race formats and distances:
- Triathlon: 500m swim, 17.6km bike, and 4.3km run.
- Triathlon Relay: A team of three completing the triathlon distances.
- Aquathlon: 500m swim and 4.3km run.
- AquaBike: 500m swim and 17.6km bike.
- Open Water Swims: Distances of 500m, 1000m, or 1500m.
The event has a minimum age requirement of 15 years. Facilities at the venue include free parking, water safety cover, timing services, and access to toilets and changing rooms. Professional photographs are also provided to participants. Registration is conducted either in the upstairs café or outside by the transition area depending on weather conditions, followed by a mandatory waterside briefing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
