Cheltenham Lido Try a Tri/Aquathlon
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About the race
The Cheltenham Lido TRY a Tri/Aquathlon is a multisport event held at Cheltenham Lido with routes through Cheltenham and Sandford Park and views of the Cotswold countryside. The event includes pool swims, outdoor cycling and running on pavement and grass.
Aquathlon races begin with a swim in the heated main pool of the lido. Age limits are specified for each distance: the sprint aquathlon is for competitors aged 15 and over, and the standard aquathlon is for competitors aged 17 and over. Aquathlon distances:
- Sprint Aquathlon : 500m swim and 2.5km run
- Standard Aquathlon : 1,000m swim and 5km run
Triathlon swims take place in the Cheltenham Lido 50 metre outdoor pool, with bike and run routes around Cheltenham and through Sandford Park. The event offers multiple triathlon distances and is open to a range of competitors including novices, club and pro triathletes, and charity competitors. Competitors must be over the age of 17 to compete in the triathlon. Triathlon distances:
- Super Sprint Triathlon : 500m swim, 14.6km bike and 2.5km run
- Sprint Triathlon : 1,000m swim, 21.9km bike and 5km run
The event is managed in partnership with Cheltenham Lido Ltd, a registered charity (1052203), and raises funds for the lido. Participants must hold British Triathlon membership or purchase a single use race pass; race pass fees are £2 for under 24s and £8 for those aged 24 and above. Entries made after 5 March 2027 do not include a T shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
