Essex Triathlons - Hanningfield Reservoir

MAY
16
2026
Join Essex Triathlons 2026 at scenic Hanningfield Reservoir on 16 May 2026, with sprint and standard triathlons plus aquabike and relay options for every ability. Enjoy secure transition, live chip timing, a bespoke finisher medal and lakeside views.
Sat 16 May 2026
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Event overview

ESSEX TRIATHLONS 2026 takes place on 16 May 2026 at Hanningfield Reservoir, Essex, located between Billericay and Chelmsford. The event is organised by Wild Deer Events and is held at Hanningfield Waterside Park, Giffords Lane, South Hanningfield Rd, CM3 8HX. The site is surrounded by mature woodland and about 870 acres of water. Dogs are not permitted around the reservoir because it is a designated SSSI. Free parking is available for participants.

Distances and logistics

  • Sprint Triathlon - 750m swim, 25km cycle, 5km run
  • Standard Triathlon - 1500m swim, 38km cycle, 10km run
  • Sprint Aquabike - 750m swim, 25km cycle
  • Standard Aquabike - 1500m swim, 38km cycle
  • Sprint Triathlon Relay - 0.75km swim, 25km cycle, 5km run
  • Standard Triathlon Relay - 1.50km swim, 38km cycle, 10km run

A secure transition area will be in place. Race and bike numbers match racking spots; a small bag or box is permitted in transition; bikes must be numbered and helmets visible before entry; competitor numbers are checked on entry. Bib and bike numbers must be shown after racing to collect equipment. Live chip timing and real-time results are provided by Timing Up North. Wetsuit use is optional and recommended for buoyancy and comfort. All finishers receive a bespoke event medal, event merchandise, and a snack and drink. An event T-shirt is available for an additional £12. Registration opens 30 May 2025 and closes 12 May 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
Standard Triathlon – Run
10 km
Standard Triathlon With T-Shirt – Run
10 km
Standard Triathlon Relay – Run
5 km
Sprint Triathlon – Run
5 km
Sprint Triathlon Relay – Run
5 km
Sprint Triathlon With T-Shirt – Run
Sprint Aquabike With T-Shirt – Cycle
Sprint Aquabike With T-Shirt – Swim
Sprint Aquabike – Cycle
Sprint Aquabike – Swim
Sprint Triathlon Relay – Cycle
Sprint Triathlon Relay – Swim
Sprint Triathlon With T-Shirt – Cycle
Sprint Triathlon With T-Shirt – Swim
Sprint Triathlon – Cycle
Sprint Triathlon – Swim
Standard Aquabike With T-Shirt – Cycle
Standard Aquabike With T-Shirt – Swim
Standard Aquabike – Cycle
Standard Aquabike – Swim
Standard Triathlon Relay – Cycle
Standard Triathlon Relay – Swim
Standard Triathlon With T-Shirt – Cycle
Standard Triathlon With T-Shirt – Swim
Standard Triathlon – Cycle
Standard Triathlon – Swim