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CATS SOLUTIONS COTSWOLD TRIATHLON

2 September 2012 from 7.55am

750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run or 400m swim, 20km bike, 2.5km run

Chip Timing, Free Parking, Performance T-shirt to all Starter, Secure Transition, Fast Flat Course, Free Seminar

Entry Open - Enter On-Line Here

2011 Race Information is still available here, 2012 information will be available in August

For the thirteenth year the very popular Cotswold Triathlon returns to The Cotwold Park & Beach, part of Britain's largest water park; the Cotswold Water Park. The Park's lake is usually used for swimming, canoeing, wind surfing and fishing. It is set in a beautifully landscaped area which has a children's beach and play areas, a beachfront café, volleyball courts and BBQ/picnic areas; a brilliant venue to bring all the family. There will be a trade village and refreshments on Saturday and Sunday, a Performance T-shirt and swim hat for all starters and Chip Timing and finish line screen.

Venue

Cotswold Country Park and Beach, The Cotswold Water Park, near Cirencester - two miles from the A419 (between Swindon and Cirencester). Entry fee to events include free parking and use of the park on Saturday for registration and Sunday morning- usually £4 per day. (Click the images for a bigger picture)

Course

A one-lap lake swim in clear water is followed by a fairly flat, one lap ride on quiet country roads before departing for a two lap, traffic free run on paths around the lake (The Novice/Youth event does one lap). The event and its venue are ideal for those moving from pool swim events to open water and provide a great stepping-stone to the Standard distance.

Prizes

There will be SIS (Science In Sport) prizes for the top finisher in each five-year age group, and first Relay Team. Prizes are also awarded for first male and female overall and first youths in the Novice Event. Elites will be awarded prize money and products.

Results

Chip Timing and finish Line screen. All results will be posted on this website immediately after the event.

Accommodation

There will be camping on-site with toilet and shower facilities for a small fee. To book a pitch visit: www.ukwatersports.co.uk/triathlon.htm or ring 01285 861202. Alternatively, Riverside House, Cirencester Special Tri Rates for room only - Tel: 01285 647642 quote TRI11, or phone Cotswold Tourism on 01285 654180 for local B&Bs or hotels.

Rules

All our events operate under the rules of the British Triathlon Federation. To view the rules on non-drafting events please visit their website at: www.britishtriathlon.org.

Free Mini Triathlon Seminar

Saturday 3.30pm by Registration Marquee - Open Water Swim Tips and route explained by Robert Ferris, Swim, Run and Traithlon Coach. 4pm Transition Tips and be inspired by Shirley Yarde, Hawaii Ironman, World and European medallist. Free of charge to all but those not competing will have to pay to park.

Wetsuit Hire

Wetsuits can be hired for as little as £40 for the whole season. For further information please click on link in right hand bar. Can we please request that when you go to the check-out cart you put the word COTSWOLD in the promotional code section this will automatically enter you into a TriFerris Promotions free prize draw - to be drawn on 6 September 2012 and let the hire company know we have referred you. Wetsuits will be posted out in April.

2011 Start List as at 3 August is available here

Event Preferred Charity: Cancer Research UK

Help raise funds for Cancer Research UK,  the world's leading independent organisation dedicated to cancer research. They support research into all aspects of cancer through the work of more than 4,500 scientists, doctors and nurses. Over the past 10 years alone, thousands of lives have been saved through earlier detection and improved treatments. But, much work remains to be done if they are to achieve their aim of beating cancer. Online fundraising details are available here Alternatively, contact Maria Gomez, Area Volunteer Manager for Cancer Research UK on 07918196031 or maria.gomez@cancer.org.uk to request a paper sponsorship form.

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