The Devils Aquathlon

OCT

3

2026

Swim in a 50 m pool then run 10 km to Devils Chimney and back at Cheltenham Lido, with two swim distance options for adults 18 and over.

Sat 3 Oct 2026

Cheltenham, South West (England)

Website

Olympic 1 10 km Full distance 2 10 km

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The Devils Aquathlon

The Devils Aquathlon is an aquathlon held at Cheltenham Lido on 3 October 2026. The swim stage takes place in the Lido's 50 m pool and is followed by a 10 km run that reaches Devils Chimney on top of Leckhampton Hill and returns to finish inside the Lido grounds. The event is open to competitors aged 18 and above. A permit is listed as in progress.

Two race options are offered with pool lengths stated for each swim. The run route is described as hilly and follows a mixture of surfaces. A short transition area of about 60 m links the swim and run stages. The pool temperature is given as 21 degrees Celsius and wetsuits are advised.

Event features include accessible changing facilities, accessible parking, accessible showers and toilets, catering, numbered racking, chip timing, finishers medals, parking, showers and published results on the event website. Expected competitor numbers are listed as 120. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.