Events

COTSWOLD TRIATHLON

5 September 2010 from 7.55am

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

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For the twelfth 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

Keynes Country Park, 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 please ring 01285 861202. Alternatively, phone Cotswold Tourism on 01285 654180 for local B&Bs or hotels (Riverside House B & B Special Tri Rates - Tel: 01285 647642, quote TRI10).

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.

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.

2009 Start list is still available here

Race Information Pack

If you send an SAE you'll get a copy in the post to you on 23/8/10, if not you MUST download a copy. This information is very important. 2009 pack is still available here online

Entry Form

Entry form is available here (Adobe Acrobat format).

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Sponsors/Links

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