Ultimate Aquathlon 2021

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  • Date Sun 6th June 2021
  • Time 10:45
  • Location Alderford Lake, Whitchurch, Shropshire
  • Price £35.00 - £50.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Sprint, Olympic

Event summary

Join us on Sunday 6th June 2021 at the Ultimate Aquathlon 2021, organized by UK Triathlon, in the beautiful setting of Whitchurch, Shropshire. This fun and friendly event is open to all, offering a supportive and relaxed atmosphere where everyone can enjoy their day. Choose between two race distances: a 1.2 mile lake swim and 6.5 mile lakeside run, or a 0.6 mile lake swim and 3.25 mile lakeside run. Challenge yourself with one or two laps of Alderford's spring fed lake, followed by a picturesque lakeside run of two or four laps. This event is part of the Ultimate weekend, which includes the Ultimate Tri, 1/2 Ultimate, and 1/4 Ultimate races. Don't miss out on this ultimate experience!

Ultimate Aquathlon 2021

Sun 6th June 2021

A large group of people in wetsuits and pink swim caps gather at the edge of a lake, preparing to swim. Red flags with logos are visible onshore, and trees with light fog in the background add to the scene. Some people are already in the water, while others stand on the bank.

Organiser's Description

Our fun and friendly events are open to everyone. The races offer a supportive environment, with a fun and relaxed atmosphere, meaning everyone enjoys their day.

There are two distances to choose from: 1.2 mile lake swim, 6.5 mile lakeside run; 0.6 mile lake swim, 3.25 mile lakeside run. One or two complete laps of Alderford's spring fed lake is the first challenge, followed by a two or four lap picturesque lakeside run.

This is part of the Ultimate weekend, including the Utlitmate Tri, the 1/2 Ultimate and the 1/4 Ultimate.

Races

  • Ultimate Aquathlon 6th June

    1.2 Mile Lake Swim - 6.5 Mile Lakeside Run

    £50.00

    CLOSED
  • Ultimate Aquathlon - BTF Member 6th June

    1.2 Mile Lake Swim - 6.5 Mile Lakeside Run

    £45.00

    CLOSED
  • Ultimate 1/2 Aquathlon 6th June

    0.6 Mile Lake Swim - 3.25 Mile Lakeside Run

    £40.00

    CLOSED
  • Ultimate 1/2 Aquathlon - BTF Member 6th June

    0.6 Mile Lake Swim - 3.25 Mile Lakeside Run

    £35.00

    CLOSED
What's Included

Awards for overall top three male and female as well as first place male and female in 40+, 50+ and 60+ age groups.

Finishers medal

Fantastic picturesque venue with on-site facilities including showers, parking and lakeside cafe

Spectator friendly venue, great for supporting friends and family

Location

Alderford Lake, (formerly Dearnford Lake), Whitchurch, Shropshire SY13 3JQ

Ultimate Aquathlon Notes

Ultimate Aquathlon Distances:
1.2 mile (2 laps) Lake swim, 6.5 mile (4 laps) Lakeside Run

Ultimate Relay Aquathlon Distances
1.2 mile (2 laps) Lake Swim, 6.5 mile (4 laps) Lakeside Run

Ultimate Half Aquathlon Distances
0.6 mile (1 lap) Lake Swim, 3.25 mile (2 laps) Lakeside Run

At the completion of each swim lap, leave the water; run approximately 20m and get back into the water to start your next lap

There will be a drinks station serving water as you exit after each lap

There will be safety crafts on the water along with a minimum of 10 canoeists

Water depth between 2 to 3 metres (6 to 10 feet)

Wetsuits are compulsory for the Ultimate Aquathlon & Relay (1.2 mile swim)

Your shoe transition will be at the waters edge as you complete your allocated number of laps

Competitor Information

Please take some time to read the event information - using the 2020 information as a guide - 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!

Race Day Information 2020

Full and up to date 2021 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.

Minimum Age:

16 Years (on race day); Half - 14 Years (on race day)

Course Details

Freshwater multi-lap lake swim with Australian exit in between laps (no currents, no weeds)

Swim start, transition & run finish all within a stone's throw of each other

Picturesque countryside run route, ideal for PBs

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Location

Alderford Lake, Tilstock Rd, Whitchurch SY13 3JQ, UK

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