How do I find an event?

Go to the Events section of this website and click on the Search link on the right hand side of the page.

This will enable you to search our listing of over 700 events by event type, date, region or even postcode to find the event that suits you.

If you can't find the event you are looking for, it is likely that the event is not permitted. Only events permitted by the Home Nation Associations are listed on this website

How do I enter an event?

If you find an event within the British Triathlon events calendar the contact details for that event will be listed. To enter the event you must contact the organiser directly, in many cases they will have a website with all entry details listed for you. It is common for events to have online entry systems, making it quick and easy to enter an event.

I'm new to triathlon, where should I start?

If you’re a complete beginner to the sport we recommend that you choose a novice event for your first time. These are typically made up of a 200m - 400m pool swim, followed by a 10km bike and finished with a 3km run. If you have never swum in open water it is advisable to take part in swimming pool events first before you attempt an open water swim.

Your regional development manager will be able to give you advice on the most suitable event for your first triathlon, along with advice on local clubs and training.

Do I have to be a Home Nation Association member to take part in an event?

No. Non-members are welcomed at most events listed on this website, however if you are a member you will receive a reduced entry fee.

How do I know an event is safe?

All events listed on the British Triathlon and Home Nation Associations websites have committed to carrying out safety assessments of their events, which they are required to submit to British Triathlon along with proof that the event is covered by adequate insurance. 

A triathlon I am taking part in does not appear on the events calendar, why is this?

If an event does not appear on our events calendar it means they have not registered their event with British Triathlon. 

We strongly advise against taking part in an event that is not registered with British Triathlon or the Home Nation Associations as we have no way of knowing if the event is run in a safe and fair manner and you may well be competing without insurance protection.

Why should an event register and have an event permit awarded by the Home Nation Associations?

Events that register with their Home Nation Association are required to pay a fee depending on the size of the event, this fee is used to further develop the sport and safe guard its future in this country.
In return events are listed as being officially registered and permitted by the home nations and published on the website and in the BTF Handbook published each year. This gives our members the assurance that the event will be run safely and fairly.

How do I go about organising a Triathlon, Duathlon or Aquathlon?

If you’re interested in organising a Triathlon, Duathlon or Aquathlon then you will need to visit the British Triathlon Event Organisers Website, a link can be found on the right hand side of this page

You will need to sign up to this website, which is free to do and this will then provide you access to a variety of “Event Organisers Information” that are designed to support event organisers.

If you require further information about organising event then you are able to contact the British Triathlon Events Team

Am I eligible for British Championships events?

All members of the three Home Nation Associations are eligible to contest for British Championship medals, however these races have limited entry fields as defined by the event organiser. You are not guaranteed an entry for these events.

You will also be eligible to compete for any Home Nation Associations championship medals.

Full eligibility criteria can be found in Section 15 of the British Triathlon Rule Book

How do I know if an event is suitable for Disabled Triathletes?

Events that are suitable for Paratriathletes are advised to state that they are fully inclusive on their event information.

We suggest you contact the event organiser to make sure that their event is suitable. The number of fully inclusive events is growing quickly in the UK.

Where can I find information about age group team qualifying events?

All information relating to the British Age Group teams can be found in the "Age Group" section of this website. Dates and venues of qualifying events can be found within this section and further information about the Qualifying process and requirements can be found.

Where can I find results from a race I competed in?

British Triathlon do not collect or publish race results, however, British Triathlon have collaborated with Tri247 to create a centralised results service. 

Please use the results link on the right hand side of this page.

I have a complaint or concern about an event I took part in. What should I do?

If you have taken part in an event which you have concerns about in relation to an aspect of its organisation or the conduct of the organisers, you can contact British Triathlon directly for support and advice. If the event is permitted with the Home Nation Associations then we are able to work with the organiser to resolve the matter. All reports, complaints and concerns reported to British Triathlon are treated in a confidential manner.

However, if you have taken part in a non-permitted event we are unable to help you with your complaint.