2026 Wilmslow Autumn Triathlon

A sprint triathlon on the Cheshire plains. The event starts with a 400m swim in a 5 lane, 25m indoor pool at Wilmslow Leisure Centre. Transition is on the cricket pitch. he picturesque 24.2km cycle route is a mainly flat cycle ride in the Cheshire countryside through Ashley and Mobberley.

The 6.3km run goes out from the leisure centre along mainly quiet, leafy roads around east Wilmslow. This is a mostly flat route with some inclines near the River Bollin.

• Chip Timed
• Hydration products
• Excellent scenery
• Goody Bag
• Medals

400m / 800m

16/32 lengths in the 25m heated pool, get there in plenty of time and watch the swim unfold in front of you.

Sprint Distance 24.2 km
Double Sprint 48.4 km
Undulating but forgiving bike course with a suburban start until you are out on the open roads of Wilmslow and the surrounding towns. Couple of cheeky climbs to keep you honest but nothing that would overly worry novice / experienced athlete alike. Back to the Leisure centre for the Run.

Sprint 6.3 km
Double Sprint 12.6 km
After a quick change you are on the run, nothing too steep, nothing too flat, mixed terrain, but most trainers will be suited to this environment. Follow the signs and obey the marshals instructions and you will be through the finish to collect your medal.

The 4th discipline...
Here are some tips to make race day a little bit smoother.
1) Layout your kit in the order you need it. (Always put helmet on first!)
2) What row are you in?
3) Make a note of how far you are from "swim in", walk the route and count the steps, it will help you remember your racking slot when you come out of the water.
4) Look for landmarks (Flags, kiosks, trees) level with your space to give a visual reference to where your spot is. (once you get near you should see the bike and your towel.
5) Don't panic, slow is smooth, smooth is fast!
By doing the above you can save minutes off your time, practice putting your kit on and off, it will make you efficient come race day!

Please refer to for general information - timing subject to change

07:00 Registration (reception area of the Leisure Centre) and Transition opens.
07:45 First competitors (Double Sprint) Start swimming.
08:00 First Swimmers Out of the pool.
09:30 Sprint, Aquabike, Aquathlon, Duathlon competitors will start.
(Please note you will not necessarily start at this time).
12:15 (Approx.) Last group of competitors start the swim leg.
12:30 Registration will close.
15:15 (Approx) Last competitors complete the whole course