The Bedford Triathlon

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From Bedford Harriers

  • Date Sun 16th August 2026
  • Location Bedford, Bedfordshire
  • Price £54.00 - £90.00
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances Olympic, Sprint

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism and community spirit at The Bedford Triathlon, organized by the esteemed Bedford Harriers! This exciting event will take place on Sunday, August 16th, 2026, in the picturesque town of Bedford, Bedfordshire.

Participants can choose between two thrilling race distances: the Olympic Distance, featuring a 1500m river swim, a challenging 40km bike ride through beautiful countryside, and a 10km riverside run; or the Sprint Distance, which includes a 750m river swim, a 27km bike route, and a 5km run. With a reputation for high-quality organization and friendly marshals, Bedford Harriers aims to inspire the local community and foster a love for triathlon. Join us for a memorable day of competition and camaraderie!

The Bedford Triathlon

Sun 16th August 2026

A cyclist wearing a yellow and black outfit and a white helmet rides a yellow bike on a road surrounded by green trees and bushes. A male athlete in a yellow and black triathlon suit runs on a paved path beside a canal, with trees and greenery in the background on a sunny day. A triathlete in a wetsuit and orange swim cap sits in a wheelchair at the edge of a racecourse, near a red inflatable marker, with a volunteer standing nearby.

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 currently being redesigned but will include riverside paths & nearly all tarmac.

Olympic Distance – 1500m River Swim - 40km Country Bike Route - 10km Riverside Run

Sprint Distance – 750m River Swim - 27km Country Bike Route - 5km Riverside Run

Races

  • Olympic Individual

    £76.50

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Olympic - Team Relay

    £90.00 per team

    Team 2-3
  • Olympic Aquabike

    £67.50

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Sprint Individual

    £63.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Sprint Team Relay

    £76.50 per team

    Team 2-3
  • Sprint Aquabike

    £54.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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2 reviews

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ALI

·a month ago

Terrifically managed and organised. Will definitely be attending again.
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Andrew

·2 months ago

Fantastic well organised Triathlon. Everyone was very supportive and it was so well marshaled. No chance of taking the wrong turn as there were so many at each junction. I enjoyed the river swim and the park and countryside were beautiful to run and cycle through.

Location

The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3, United Kingdom

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