FAQ'S

Triathlon - Sprint (750m, 21k, 5k), Super Sprint (400m, 12k, 2.5k), Tri Stars various distances based on your age. Duathlon - Sprint (5k, 21k, 5k). See info page here.

Sprint and Super Sprint has a minimum age of 15, on the 31st December of the year of the event. Tri Stars from 9-14 years old.

We are an inclusive event and do our best to accommodate everyone. Please drop us an email and we will assess the options available.

Registration is available via Eventrac following the links on our website.

Yes you can for a fee of £10, you can transfer your place to another entrant. This service will only be available until 30 days before event date.

Unfortunately, we don’t offer refunds for our event. You can transfer your place to another entrant if your unable to compete. To see our full T&C’s click here

We will be publishing start times 1 week prior to event day. These will be emailed and posted online for your reference.

Unfortunately not, once these have been set it is not possible to change them.

We recommend you arrive at least 1 hour 30 mins before your start time.

Your race pack will arrive with you within the last two weeks of the event. Please ensure update your address details if these change before the event.

You will receive your Bib Number, your security wristband and Helmet and Bike stickers. Please ensure you bring all items with you on race morning.

Yes, your race entry includes your entry ticket to the grounds, you are very welcome to spend the day and we encourage you to explore the beautiful house and gardens.

Yes you can. Please be aware that your support team will be required to pay the standard Bowood entrance fees.

Yes, we will be running children’s activities within the event village and of course there is the amazing adventure playground which is part of the Bowood Estate.

Yes, entrance fees apply at www.bowood.org, please note it is not possible to access the cycle course prior to the event day and swimming is strictly prohibited in Bowood lake.

Yes the treehouse cafe is available for refreshments.

Yes this will be given to you at swim start and is yours to keep.

Yes you must have a cycle helmet on and the strap fastened at all times when in contact with your bike. You will be required to put this on prior to entering transition for a visual check.

Yes, wetsuits are compulsory for all Tri Star 1,2, & 3 competitors, Sprint and Super Sprint it is advised but optional.

No you don’t have to wear cycle shoes, just whatever you are comfortable wearing on the bike.

You can use most styles of bike in this event as long as it has 2 working brakes and is roadworthy. Those taking part in the Tri Star Inter Regional Championship qualifier events must adhere to the gear restrictions to take part, this will be checked prior to entering transition.

Yes, under the Tri England rules your torso must be covered at all times during the race, front zippers must be fastened

No, you will have a specific location which corresponds to your wave number.

Due to the event being continuous this is not possible, please do not attempt to access the bike course before your start.

Yes but please bear in mind this is constantly live, so please be mindful of other competitors.

No, you cannot enter the water until you are due to start

The event is non-drafting for all adult categories. Tri Star 2 & 3 will have drafting and non drafting waves. Details will be confirmed nearer the event.

Times will be available real time via the Results page on event website. A full set of results will be available once the event is complete.

Yes, our friends at Marathon Photos will be taking some snaps throughout the event and the images will be available 24 hours after the event finishes.