Castle Howard Triathlon, Swim, Run

Castle Race Series

From Castle Race Series

Saturday 24th – Sunday 25th July 2021 Past event
York
£26.00–£60.00 · 7 races
Super Sprint, Sprint, Middle Distance / 70.3, Olympic

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the Castle Howard Triathlon, hosted by the Castle Race Series, on Saturday, July 24th and Sunday, July 25th, 2021. Set against the stunning backdrop of York, North Yorkshire, this event promises a thrilling experience for triathletes of all levels. The course features an invigorating open water swim in the picturesque Great Lake, a challenging bike ride through the breathtaking Yorkshire and Howardian Hills, and a scenic run through the magnificent Estate grounds, culminating in a sprint finish right at the historic doors of Castle Howard.

The Castle Howard Triathlon caters to everyone, with individual race options ranging from children's distances to the challenging Gauntlet half Iron distance, as well as triathlon relays, aquabikes, aquathlons, and duathlons at both sprint and standard distances. The atmosphere is electric, with live bands, delicious food stalls, and a vibrant retail area, making this weekend not just a race but a true festival of sporting achievements. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event that combines the beauty of nature with the spirit of competition!

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Races

  • Individual Triathlon events

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    £60.00

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  • Individual Tri Star events

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    Saturday 24th Jul 2021

    £37.00

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  • Duathlon

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    Saturday 24th Jul 2021

    £51.00

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  • Aquabike

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    £55.00

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  • Aquathlon

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    £38.00

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  • Swim Series

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    £30.00

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  • Run Series

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    £26.00

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Organiser's description

Set on the southern border of the North York Moors, this stunning location and course has resulted in the event becoming increasingly popular, and again includes The Gauntlet half Iron distance. A physically challenging event with an open water swim in the beautiful Great Lake, a technical cycle through the Yorkshire and the Howardian Hills, followed by a run through the stunning Estate grounds with a sprint finish right in front of the main doors of the house. A picture postcard backdrop and a course with something for every level of triathlete.

Individual triathlon distance events from children's races to the middle distance Gauntlet, triathlon relay events from children's races to the Gauntlet, aquabike, aquathlon and duathlon events at sprint and standard distances, also swims and runs.

Live bands, food stalls, a retail area and camping at the castle make the weekend a festival of sporting achievements.

Location

Visitor Centre, Castle Howard, York YO60 7DA

Castle Race Series

Castle Race Series

We host races for all ages and all abilities at iconic castles throughout the UK, Ireland and France. Our event weekends feature races across 9 disciplines – triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, swim, cycle, run, colour and obstacle – and 40 distances, from starter to ultra. Come and race your way with us this year.

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