The Bridge Childrens Triathlon

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  • Date Sun 2nd August 2026
  • Time 06:30
  • Location Dartford Bridge
  • Price £27.39 - £36.81
  • Races 6 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of athleticism and fun at the 9th Bridge Children’s Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, in Dartford, Kent! Organised by Bridge Events Dartford, this thrilling event promises to be a fantastic experience for young athletes aged 8 to 16. Participants will compete in various race distances tailored to their age groups, including a swim in open water, followed by biking and running segments. The Tri-Start category for 8-year-olds features a 50m swim, 1.5k bike, and a 600m run, while older competitors will tackle distances up to a 400m swim and a 13k bike ride!

With a focus on safety and excitement, each age group will have limited spots, so early registration is encouraged. All children must arrive 15 minutes before their designated wave start, ensuring a smooth and punctual event. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to challenge themselves, build confidence, and make lasting memories. Join us in Dartford for a day filled with camaraderie and sportsmanship that your young athletes won't want to miss! For any questions or further information, feel free to reach out to info@bridget

The Bridge Childrens Triathlon

Sun 2nd August 2026

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Organiser's Description

The 9th Bridge Children’s Triathlon

Please note this will be a wet suit swim for the children’s race. We also ask that you must have swum in open water before the day of the race.

- Tri-Start        Age 8  Swim: 50m,   Bike: 1.5k, 1 lap -Run: 600m -1 lap
- Tri-Star 1 –    9/10   Swim: 150m, Bike: 3k 2 laps  – Run -1k -2 laps
- Tri-Star 2 –   11/12  Swim: 200m, Bike: 6k 4 laps  Run: 1.5k – 3 laps
- Tri-Star 3 –   13/14  Swim: 300m, Bike: 7.5k 5 laps Run: 2k – 4 laps
- Youth            15/16  Swim: 400m , Bike: 13k – 3k- 6 laps

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Due to time restrictions we are limited to only 50 in each age race wave. Boys and girls may be racing in the same wave.

We need to have reopened the road by 10am so all waves will need to start on time.

We will be fencing off all areas for safety reasons. We will also be moving the Transition area down to the trees to give us more room.

Registration will only open at 5.30am for the children’s race.  All children must be at the start area 15 minutes before their wave is due to start.

Start times will be sent out the week before the race date by e-mail, they will also be posted on the web site

If you have any questions please feel free to ask before the day of the race.

- Estimated start time for each age group.
- This will be confirmed on 10th July
- Tri-Star 4 15/16 6.30 am
- Tri-Star 3 13/14 7.30 am
- Tri-Star 2 11/12 8.15am
- Tri-Star 1 9/10  9.00am
- Tri-Start 8     9.30am

If you have any questions about The Bridge Triathlon, please get in touch info@bridgetriathlon.co.uk

PLEASE NOTE: Swimming is forbidden in the lakes on The Bridge at any time other than for events or during authorised Open Water Swim training sessions. Any person found swimming in the lakes on The Bridge is committing an act of Trespass, will be asked to leave and will be barred from site and disqualified from all future events at The Bridge.

Races

  • Junior (17/18)

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (06:30)

    £36.81

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  • Tri-Star 1

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (06:30)

    £34.72

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  • Tri-Star 2 (11/12)

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (06:30)

    £34.72

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  • Tri-Star 3 (13/14)

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (06:30)

    £34.72

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  • Tri-Star Age 8

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (06:30)

    £27.39

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Youth (15/16)

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (06:30)

    £36.81

    Booking for more than 1?

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180 Ellingham View, Dartford, DA1 5UP, United Kingdom

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