Culford Sprint Triathlon

MAY
31
2026
Join the Culford Sprint Triathlon on 31 May 2026 for a sprint 300 m pool swim, 21 km bike and 4.2 km run across picturesque Culford School and quiet country roads. Family friendly with great spectator views, medals for all and a cake stall on site.
Sun 31 May 2026
Swim: 300m Pool Run: 4.2km Within Culford... Bike: 21km on Quiet Count...

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Event overview

The Culford Sprint Triathlon takes place on 31 May 2026. The event is organised by Ipswich Triathlon Club and is held at Culford School, Culford, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 6TX. Total places are listed as 200.

Race format and distances

  • 300 m pool swim - competitors start every 30 seconds
  • 21 km bike - three laps on quiet country roads
  • 4.2 km run - two laps within the school grounds

Spectators can view much of the action and there is a cake stall hosted by the local church hall.

Entries, fees and insurance

The entry fee is £44. A British Triathlon Race Pass is required for participants who are not full British Triathlon Home Nation members; Race Pass costs are £8 standard and £2 for participants aged 24 and under. Competitors without either a Race Pass or a full British Triathlon membership on race day will not be permitted to race and will not be eligible for a refund. By entering online, participants agree to receive race details via email; information will be sent at least one week before the event.

Age, awards and results

Minimum competitor age is 15 as of 31 December 2026; all age categories are based on that date. All finishers receive a medal. Trophies are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in Open and Female categories, plus age-group winners. Full results will be posted on the event website after the race.

Refunds and deferrals

Entries may be deferred to the following year (one year only) or refunded minus a £10 administration fee. Requests must be made by 16 May 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Run: 4.2km Within Culford School Grounds (2 Laps)
Swim: 300m Pool
Bike: 21km on Quiet Country Roads (3 Laps)