Join us for the Darwen Sprint and Standard Distance Triathlons, Aquathlons and 5k & 10k Trail races on Sunday 23rd June.
Take on a Sprint or Standard Distance Triathlon or Aquathlon around Bold Venture Park and surrounding scenic moorland, including a trail run up to the iconic Jubilee Tower!
This Triathlon is an exceptional choice for those wanting to take on a pool swim in Darwen Leisure leisure centre before taking in the stunning views alongside a challenging course with some steep uphills and, rolling downhills and a scenic trail run up to the tower before returning with a downhill finish in Bold Venture Park.
The sprint Triathlon consist of a 800m swim, followed by the 20km bike route and a 5k run.
The Standard distance completes a 1600m pool swim and the 2 laps of the bike & runs course, to make these 40km & 10km respectively.
If the full triathlons not for you, then not to worry, you can join us for an Aquathlon version or just the running sections.
Distances:
Standard Aquathlon -1600m swim, 10k run – 2 laps of run course
Standard Distance Triathlon -1600m swim, 40km bike (2laps), 10k run (2 laps)
Sprint Distance- 800m swim, 20k bike, 5k run
Sprint Aquathlon -800m swim, 5k run – 1 lap of run course
10k Trail Run -2 laps of the run course
5k Trail Run -1 lap of the run course
Wave times will be confirmed in the month of the event, based on estimated finish times.
Your entry will include:
Chip timed results
Unique themed medal
Free official event photos
Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there!
indoor pool swim, at Darwen Leisure Centre.
Your wave will be assigned based off your estimated swim time, and you will be notified of this in the week leading up to the event.
(Wave listings are provisional and will be updated in the event week).
Standard:
Wave 1 – 7am (expected swim time of 35+ mins)
Wave 2 – 7.45am (expected swim time of 25-35 mins)
Wave 3 – 8.20 (expected swim time of sub 25 mins)
Sprint:
Wave 1 – 8.45am (expected swim time of 23+ mins)
Wave 2 – 9.15am (expected swim time of 17-23 mins)
Wave 3 – 9.40am (expected swim time of sub 17 mins
Bike Route:
Run Route:
If you do NOT hold a BTF membership please note, there will be an additional £8 added during checkout to cover the cost of your BTF day insurance. BTF members will be required to show their membership card/ or proof of membership on the day.
ONCE YOU ENTER YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RACE PACK AND THE BIG DAY WILL BE SENT CLOSER TO THE EVENT – ENJOY!
Darwen Triathlon, Aquathlon & Runs – June 2024
£22.00 – £65.00
Join us for the Darwen Sprint and Standard Distance Triathlons, Aquathlons and 5k & 10k Trail races on Sunday 23rd June.
Take on a Sprint or Standard Distance Triathlon or Aquathlon around Bold Venture Park and surrounding scenic moorland, including a trail run up to the iconic Jubilee Tower!
This Triathlon is an exceptional choice for those wanting to take on a pool swim in Darwen Leisure leisure centre before taking in the stunning views alongside a challenging course with some steep uphills and, rolling downhills and a scenic trail run up to the tower before returning with a downhill finish in Bold Venture Park.
The sprint Triathlon consist of a 800m swim, followed by the 20km bike route and a 5k run.
The Standard distance completes a 1600m pool swim and the 2 laps of the bike & runs course, to make these 40km & 10km respectively.
If the full triathlons not for you, then not to worry, you can join us for an Aquathlon version or just the running sections.
Distances:
Standard Aquathlon -1600m swim, 10k run – 2 laps of run course
Standard Distance Triathlon -1600m swim, 40km bike (2laps), 10k run (2 laps)
Sprint Distance- 800m swim, 20k bike, 5k run
Sprint Aquathlon -800m swim, 5k run – 1 lap of run course
10k Trail Run -2 laps of the run course
5k Trail Run -1 lap of the run course
Wave times will be confirmed in the month of the event, based on estimated finish times.
Your entry will include:
Chip timed results
Unique themed medal
Free official event photos
Come and enjoy the day with us; we hope to see you there!
indoor pool swim, at Darwen Leisure Centre.
Your wave will be assigned based off your estimated swim time, and you will be notified of this in the week leading up to the event.
(Wave listings are provisional and will be updated in the event week).
Standard:
Wave 1 – 7am (expected swim time of 35+ mins)
Wave 2 – 7.45am (expected swim time of 25-35 mins)
Wave 3 – 8.20 (expected swim time of sub 25 mins)
Sprint:
Wave 1 – 8.45am (expected swim time of 23+ mins)
Wave 2 – 9.15am (expected swim time of 17-23 mins)
Wave 3 – 9.40am (expected swim time of sub 17 mins
Bike Route:
Run Route:
If you do NOT hold a BTF membership please note, there will be an additional £8 added during checkout to cover the cost of your BTF day insurance. BTF members will be required to show their membership card/ or proof of membership on the day.
ONCE YOU ENTER YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RACE PACK AND THE BIG DAY WILL BE SENT CLOSER TO THE EVENT – ENJOY!
RUNTHROUGH EVENT PARTNERS
Water Stations:
There will be a water station provided on the run for you to help yourself to. Please bring your own supplies for the bike element & in transition should you wish.
Toilets:
Toilets will be available in the Sports Centre for use throughout the event.
Changing Rooms/Showers:
Changing rooms/showers will be available in the Sports Centre.
Wheelchairs:
This event is not suitable for wheelchair users due to the nature of the terrain.
Spectators:
Spectators are permitted at this event.
Earphones/Headphones:
The use of earphones/headphones is prohibited throughout this event.
Results
Event Chip Timing will record your times. Results will be live at https://results.runthrough.co.uk throughout and after the race.
Pictures
We will have a photographer taking a few snaps of the race and they will be on our Photos page after the race so be sure to check it out and see if you can spot yourself.
