Charity Triathlon
This years Charity Triathlon will be held on Sunday 6th September 2026 at Blackwater Leisure Centre, Maldon, Essex. The event supports charity. The proceeds will be split between the club and the chosen charity.
The Blackwater Charity Triathlon Event is made up of several races, with distances to suitable a range of abilities
| Race | Swim | Bike | Run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprint (Individual & Relay) | 200m | 12km | 2.5km |
| Novice (Individual & Relay) | 400m | 21km | 5km |
| Tristar 3 Aquathon | 400m | 3km | |
| Youth Aquathon | 400m | 5km |
The Blackwater Leisure Centre, a modern and well equipped leisure centre in Maldon, Essex. The event is run in aid of charity. The proceeds will be split between the club and the chosen charity.
There is a spacious transition area within the leisure centre grounds, which forms the focus of the race.
The pool swim and traffic-free run course makes it an ideal race for novices. This is a well-established event with a high demand for places. We are expecting the entry list to fill up quickly. On reaching the entry limit we will keep a waiting list to replace those who have to withdraw.
Pool Swim
The races start in the 25m indoor pool at the Blackwater Leisure Centre. A controlled start limits the number of swimmers in each lane.
Bike Route
For those taking part in triathlon events, the cycle course includes 1 or 2 laps on mainly rural roads. These roads are to the south of Maldon. The route then heads towards Cold Norton before turning back through the village of Mundon and returning to Maldon.
Charity Bike Route
Run Route
The run route is mostly on paved surfaces with a small section on grass.
Transition
The transition area will be situated to the rear of the leisure centre. Shower and changing facilities will be available at the leisure centre itself.
Rules
- This event will be held under the rules of the British Triathlon Federation (BTF).
- Your bicycle must be in a mechanically safe condition.
- An approved cycle helmet must be worn on the cycle section. NO HELMET NO RACE.
- A BTF approved referee will be present throughout the race.
- Each racer must have a BTF day licence. This licence is included in the entry fee. Alternatively, the racer can be a member of the BTF. (A £3 refund on the day if you present a valid BTF Licence)
- The BTF day licence is a licence for racing and covers your public liability insurance for the day. NO LICENCE NO RACE.
Full rules can be found at British Triathlon, or by writing to British Triathlon, P.O. Box 25, Loughborough, Leicestershire. LE11 3WX.
Results
There will be trophies for the top three male and female placings in the open sprint event. First place awards will also be given to male and female participants in the Veteran, Novice, and Junior categories.
Race instructions will be sent out one week prior to the event. Full results will be published in due course. Normally, this occurs within 24 hours of the race finish.
Racers without internet access can have a copy posted by prior arrangement with the organiser.
Withdrawal Policy
Blackwater Triathlon Club acknowledges racers will on occasion need to withdraw an entry through injury or other reason. Blackwater Tri Club will accept written notification of a withdrawal, received by the organiser prior to the closing date. A refund will be made less a £5 administration fee.
After the closing date no refund or substitution will be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enter?
Once entries are open there will be a link to the entries page at the the top of this page.
Do I have to wear a swim hat?
No swim cap required. This is a pool-based swim.
I don’t have a tri-suit and am planning on wearing a normal swimming costume – I assume that is OK?
Yes this is fine.
I am planning to wear the same clothes for the bike and run parts. So should I put the race numbers on the front and back of my T-shirt?
Only one bib number is issued, if you don’t have a number belt please pin the number to the front.
At each end of the pool can I turn however I want? i.e. tumble turn or just stopping and turning round?
You are welcome to touch-turn or tumble turn but please be aware there may be other athletes in your lane.
When I transition from the pool to bike, do we get changed in the pool changing rooms? Do we just leave our towels etc, where we collect our bike?
There will be a small area to change in cubicles if you wish. Towels and equipment can be left in transition during the race.
Where can I find more information?
There are some great tips for a successful race on the Blackwater Charity Triathlon Facebook Group
Blackwater Triathlon Club 