The Bedford Triathlon
From Bedford Harriers
- Date Sun 16th August 2026
- Time 07:30
- Location Bedford, Bedfordshire
- Price £60.00 - £100.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances Olympic, Sprint
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at The Bedford Triathlon, hosted by the renowned Bedford Harriers on Sunday, August 16, 2026. This exciting event takes place in the picturesque town of Bedford, Bedfordshire, and promises to deliver a high-quality experience for triathlon enthusiasts of all levels.
Participants can choose between two challenging distances: the Olympic Distance featuring a 1500m river swim, a 40km scenic bike route, and a 10km riverside run, or the Sprint Distance with a 750m river swim, a 27km country bike route, and a 5km riverside run. New for 2025, the Sprint distance event has quickly gained popularity, showcasing a bike route that includes the thrilling small climb up Hill Foot and a fast descent back. The Bedford Triathlon is not just about competition; it’s a celebration of community, aiming to inspire more locals to embrace the sport we love. With Aquabike options available for both distances and a warm welcome for wheelchair racers, there’s something for everyone. Join us in making this triathlon a memorable experience!
Participants can choose between two challenging distances: the Olympic Distance featuring a 1500m river swim, a 40km scenic bike route, and a 10km riverside run, or the Sprint Distance with a 750m river swim, a 27km country bike route, and a 5km riverside run. New for 2025, the Sprint distance event has quickly gained popularity, showcasing a bike route that includes the thrilling small climb up Hill Foot and a fast descent back. The Bedford Triathlon is not just about competition; it’s a celebration of community, aiming to inspire more locals to embrace the sport we love. With Aquabike options available for both distances and a warm welcome for wheelchair racers, there’s something for everyone. Join us in making this triathlon a memorable experience!
The Bedford Triathlon
Sun 16th August 2026
Organiser's Description
Bedford Harriers reputation in offering high quality and friendly races is now extended to our Triathlon. We have brought a high-quality event back to the heart of Bedford, and the Triathlon has earned a reputation as a well organised event with superb marshals to rival any other triathlon event both locally and nationally. We hope it inspires the local community and encourages more to participate in the sport we love.
The Sprint distance event was new for 2025. The new bike route incorporates a popular local TT course which includes the small climb up Hill Foot and a fast ride back down on the return. The run route is fast, flat route around the Embankment & Russell Park
Olympic Distance – 1500m River Swim - 40km Country Bike Route - 10km Riverside Run
Sprint Distance – 750m River Swim - 27km Country Bike Route - 5km Riverside Run
We have Aquabike available for both distances & we also welcome wheelchair racers to the event. Please let us know when booking.
The Sprint distance event was new for 2025. The new bike route incorporates a popular local TT course which includes the small climb up Hill Foot and a fast ride back down on the return. The run route is fast, flat route around the Embankment & Russell Park
Olympic Distance – 1500m River Swim - 40km Country Bike Route - 10km Riverside Run
Sprint Distance – 750m River Swim - 27km Country Bike Route - 5km Riverside Run
We have Aquabike available for both distances & we also welcome wheelchair racers to the event. Please let us know when booking.
Races
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Olympic Individual
£85.00
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Olympic - Team Relay
£100.00 per team
Team 2-3 -
Olympic Aquabike
£75.00
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Sprint Individual
£70.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Sprint Team Relay
£85.00 per team
Team 2-3 -
Sprint Aquabike
£60.00
Booking for more than 1?
Course Details
Olympic Distance – 1500m River Swim - 40km Country Bike Route - 10km Riverside Run - Flat & Fast
Sprint Distance – 750m River Swim - 27km Country Bike Route - 5km Riverside Run Flat & Fast
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Location
The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3, United Kingdom
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