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2024 finishers medal

Updates

Closer to the event we will add more buttons above with downloadable documents. Please continue to check this page for updates.

2025 Entries – Entries are now open.

Entries Close – Monday 28th April 08:00. If capacity is reached then we may close sooner. We cannot guarantee that we are able to accept any entries after closing.

Dogs – due to the School hire policies, dogs are not permitted on the playing fields, and therefore we ask you not to bring your dog to this event.

Start Times – start times will be based on swim times submitted. We wont be able to prepare this until entries close. Once seeded we wont be able to adjust.

Schedule – note the updated estimated schedule times (below) to reflect the entries.

Fun Run – this event is free to enter for friends & family of the event, please sign up at registration to collect your bib number. The start will be by the green flag near the finish line.

Essentials

Sunday 4th May 2025

Calne Community Campus,
White Horse Way,
Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0SP.

What 3 Words: ///walking.market.smarting

Entry field: approx 250

Estimated schedule

07:50 Site open
08:00-10:45 Registration & chip collection opens
09:10 Triathlon (rolling start)
09:30 Duathlon (mass start)
11:15 Aquabike & Aquathlon (rolling start)
12:15 Presentations (estimated time)
12:30 Free fun run
15:00 Site closed

Races Available

Triathlon – 250m swim (25m pool), 20km cycle (road), 5km run (road/grass)
Team Triathlon – 250m swim (25m pool), 20km cycle (road), 5km run (road/grass)
Duathlon – 5km run (road/grass), 20km cycle (road), 5km run (road/grass)
Aquabike – 250m swim (25m pool), 20km cycle (road), 300m (road/grass)
Aquathlon – 250m swim (25m pool), 5km run (road/grass)
Fun Run – 1.5km run (grass)

Bulk Entries – additional discounts are available for purchasing multiple tickets at any time, perfect for clubs. Bulk entries cannot be used on team tickets.

5 or more = 5% discount
10 or more = 7.5% discount
15 or more = 10% discount
20 or more =12.5% discount

The Course

Swim Course: 10 lengths of the pool, using the Smart Start System (detailed below). Start and finish in the shallow end of the pool. Typically, the temperature at this event is around 28.5°C.

Cycle Course: 1 x out and back route, which the roads are open to the traffic, so the highway code rules always apply. There is a mandatory foot down and stop junction on this route.

Run Course: 1 x out and back route, through the Wiltshire countryside. This route has a steady decline on the way out. The terrain is mixed approximately 50:50 grass and tarmac.

After several successful years of this being implemented into our children’s event, we have made the decision to remain with the shortened 250m swim in the adults event. The Smart Start System works by adding a swimmer into the pool every 20-30 seconds, depending on your swim speed. This prevents congestion and allows you to have a better swim as those in front of you have settled into their pace so there is no scrapping for the lead.

This smart start system will be implemented with a snake style swim course, where each swimmer will swim up and down the lane, duck under the lane rope, and continue in each lane until they exit the pool.

More importantly, this start method guarantees you start your race on the time in which you are given, no delays.

Awards & Inclusions

Winners’ awards to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd open and 1st, 2nd & 3rd female overall for each race.

We will be following the criteria outlined by the governing body which can be found here.

There are no awards for the fun run.

On reaching the finish line, you will receive a bespoke medal, designed especially for this event.

Electronic timing is being used, and you will receive split times for the event with online updates.

Swim caps are not required for the swimming element, you are welcome to wear your own. Please leave our caps on poolside so they can be reused.

Hydration stations, start of the run course

Water available in recyclable cups

Isotonic energy available in recyclable cups

Finish Line

Water available in recyclable cups

Light snacks

Travel

Travel times by car vary, however as a guide you can get here from the following cities by google maps.

The nearest motorway junction is J14-J17 on the M4.

Salisbury – 0hr 55
Cardiff – 1hr 15
London – 1hr 55
Birmingham – 1hr 55
Exeter – 1hr 55

Ample free parking is available at Calne Community Campus.

There are a number of residential estates around the area where parking is available.

An overflow car park will be available on the school tennis courts.

For safety of cyclists, please do not park along the entrance road.

We would encourage lift sharing if possible, please arrange with your friends or club members.

If you wish to take public transport the nearest bus stop is at the Strand and is serviced by Stagecoach 55 which has links from Swindon and Chippenham railway stations. You can then walk 10 minutes or cycle 5 minutes to the venue.

Camping is not available at this event.

There are places to stay locally, which you can search on Airbnb or other providers. Local hotels are within a 30 minute drive.

Permitting

You can enter through our partner Eventrac where you can update your entry if anything changes closer to the event.

All our policies can be found here, which include T&Cs & withdrawals.

The minimum age to take part in this event is 15, this age is set by Triathlon England and we are unable to override this.

The fun run is inclusive of all ages.

This event is permitted by Triathlon England. We will be following the guidelines and setting the rules as laid out by them.

A copy of the Triathlon England rules can be found here. Please familiarise yourself with the to prevent disappointment on the day.

We will have Triathlon England Technical Officials present on the day of the event to ensure fair and safe participation.

During the online entry process you will be requested to input your home nations (Triathlon England) membership number. If you are a member please include this number, you do not need to purchase a race pass.

If you do not hold a valid membership on the day of the race, you will need to purchase a race pass which is available as an add on during the checkout process.

During registration & chip collection on the day, you will be asked for your membership card, if you cannot provide this and you have not purchased a race pass then you will have to purchase one on the day.

No race pass = no participation.

A race pass is not required for the fun run.

Embedded Event Protection

We prioritise your experience and peace of mind. Our Event Protection policy is designed to ensure that your entry is safeguarded, providing flexibility and convenience for our participants. Incorporated into your entry fee is an additional fee of £3, which provides protection, you can view the terms here.

Fundraising

If you wish to fundraise for this event, we are encouraging support to The Wiltshire Air Ambulance.

Wiltshire Air Ambulance provide an essential Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) throughout the county and beyond. The crew works alongside SWASFT (The South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust) land crews and other emergency services to deliver the best medical care possible to anybody who lives, works or travels in Wiltshire.

The air ambulance can scramble in just two minutes and reach anywhere in Wiltshire within nine minutes. The speed of our helicopter, along with the skill of our crew, can make the difference between life and death.

We fly up to 19 hours a day and attend, on average, 3 potentially lifesaving missions in that time. We are called to all kinds of emergencies, from road traffic collisions to cardiac incidents, child-related emergencies to horse riding and cycling injuries. These incidents are not just in Wiltshire but in neighbouring counties as well.

Wiltshire Air Ambulance is a charity and relies on donations to keep saving lives. It is not funded directly by the Government and receives no National Lottery grants. It costs £3.75 million a year to keep the air ambulance flying, that’s just over £10,000 per day.

Vendors & Partners

Massage Therapy

Helen Nixon-Lea will be providing complimentary sports massage for this event from 08:00.

Find out more here.

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Photography

Charles Whitton Photography will be providing race coverage for this event.

Video & Promo

We will be capturing footage for future advertising during the event with use of static cameras, drones and mobile photographers.

Bike & Wheel Hire

There will be no service for this event.

Food & Refreshments

Cafe 2 U will be serving hot & cold drinks along with light refreshments.

Personalised Coaching

Simon Olney is a British Triathlon High Performing Coach, Certified Nutrition Coach and S&C coach based in Cricklade.

Is this your first triathlon event? Feeling slightly overwhelmed and need help with your preparation? Need help knowing which kit to buy? Want a training plan built around your lifestyle? Simon Olney is a local coach who has put together a special coaching programme to help you prepare for your event. Click [here] to learn more and register your interest, or visit www.phazontriathlon.com to learn about our bespoke offering.