Cheshire Triathlon 2026

The event starts with the swim in one of the only heated outdoor brine swimming pools in Great Britain, followed by a one-lap 21km cycle around the South Cheshire countryside until returning to the Barony Park in Nantwich for the final run, in and around the park itself. So why not enter now and take part in one of the largest participant triathlons in the country!

Heated outdoor pool swim in one of very few remaining inland brine pools left in the UK
Cheshire countryside bike course
Barony Park grass run course
Split transitions at Nantwich swimming pool and Barony Park
Finishers medal awarded at the finish line
Large grass area ideal for family picnics and kids to play
Centrally located and close to motorway networks

Sprint
Trophies awarded for top 3 in each catagory, as well as the 1st place in every age group. Official medal awarded to every finisher

Super Sprint
Trophies awarded for top 3 in each catagory. Official medal awarded to every finisher

Fun Wave
Non-competitive, official medal awarded to every finisher.

Cancer Research UK Wave
Non-competitive, official medal awarded to every finisher. £10.00 from your entry fee will go directly to CRUK.

#tritogether Wave
Non-competitive, official medal awarded to every finisher

At the Cheshire Triathlon our “Fun” and “Sprint” distances are very popular with first timers and beginners, with short achievable distances that still offer a challenge.

Our fun & friendly events are open to everyone and an ideal introduction for beginners to the sport of triathlon. The Cheshire Triathlon offers a supportive environment, with cheering crowds and a fun & relaxed atmosphere meaning everyone enjoys the day, competitors and friends & family alike.

We can offer lots of support and online beginners advice to help make your Triathlon the best it could possibly be for you. As well as a great atmosphere, you are sure to gain a special sense of achievement as you cross the finish line to receive that all important “finishers” medal and confirmation the end result was worth every bit of hard work!

Please take some time to read all the event information, it will make it far more enjoyable for you and reduce the need to ask questions on the day. Good luck and have a great day!

Full and up to date 2026 competitor race day information with your race number and start time will be emailed to you 7-10 days before the event.

WE DO NOT POST ANYTHING OUT - you will collect your race numbers, tattoos, stickers etc. at registration on the day.

Estimated Start Times

Sprint - Open Category from 7:45am till 10:30am

Sprint - Female Category from 10:30am till 11:45am

Sprint - Relay from 11:45am till 12:00noon

TriTogether/CRUK & Fun from 12:00noon till 12:15pm

Super Sprint - Female Category from 12:15pm till 12:30pm

Super Sprint - Open Category from 12:30pm till 12:45pm

Every competitor will receive their own individual start time, the times provided above are a rough guide to help you plan any transport/accommodation/childcare needs that may arise. These are only a guide and subject to change.

The registration tent will be open for the duration of the event. We advise all participants to collect their Race Pack at least one hour before their start time.

Prize presentations will only take place once all participants in that field have crossed the finish line.

Only people who are female sex at birth are eligible to compete in the Female category.

All individuals including transgender people are eligible to compete in the Open category. Responses to this question will enable us to allocate competitors into the correct race category as required under the British Triathlon Transgender Policy effective 1 January 2023. This policy can be read here and provides more information regarding race categories and eligibility.

For any queries about the transgender policy, please email [email protected]