The Bedford Triathlon
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!
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
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
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
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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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Location
The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3, United Kingdom
The Bedford Triathlon
