5 races
Event overview
Join fellow triathletes for an unforgettable race experience at this popular event on the Essex coast. Choose from Middle, Standard or Sprint distances, all featuring a scenic tidal swim, quiet country roads, and a supportive, sociable atmosphere designed by triathletes, for triathletes.
The race starts just before midday to coincide with high tide, beginning beside Maldon’s famous Byrhtnoth statue and finishing in lively Promenade Park. With Aquabike and relay options available, there’s something for everyone — whether you’re racing solo or sharing the challenge with teammates.
Highlights
- Tidal swim in the River Blackwater, starting beside the Byrhtnoth statue
- Non-drafting nike route through quiet Dengie Peninsula villages including Latchingdon, Tillingham, Steeple and Mayland
- Flat 5km run loop along the promenade and sea wall, finishing in Promenade Park
- Extra options are the Middle and Standard Aquabikes, and the Middle Distance relay for 2–3 people
- Finish line rewards including medal and finisher goodies
- Inclusive participation, welcoming all athletes
Event photos
Event community
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- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Teams
Timetable
Transgender athletes
Transgender athletes are, and will continue to be, very welcome at this recreational and competitive triathlon activity.
At any competitive event from 1st January 2023, there will be a Female category open to athletes who are the female sex at birth and an Open category open to all other athletes.
The swim in the river Blackwater is tidal so always a bit of a challenge in one direction but usually has a nice current assistance in the other. The buoyancy of the salt water is always welcome too! Roslyn M
Superb event. So Unique with a super fast bike course. The swim was total chaos but I loved it :-) great event location, superb event and awesome medal. Nathan
My first ever triathlon and it was such a fun experience. I feel so lucky to have been able to be a part of such a well organized event and because of that I will absolutely be competing in more triathlons! Mitchell T
Lovely races here. The shallow muddy estuary start is a hoot. Salty water is really warm. Anthony G
Great event in a location that was also fantastic for supporters. Really enjoyable Swim/Bike/Run/sections with superb marshals. Justin M
Was such a nice friendly local event I’ll be back next year for sure! Charlotte L
parking is right next to the transition and registration area making it stress free to get your number pack and rack the bike. The race itself was great fun, swimming in an estuary was something a bit different Neill W
Really nicely run event, with smooth check in pre race, well signed race course and good vibes. Sea swim at high tide was enjoyable, the bike course loop was quiet and good for going fast and the run is testing with mixed terrain but still flat and fast and made for an enjoyable overall race. Volunteers did a great job. Shout out to the race announcer who kept a good atmosphere going! David G
This event is fantastically organised and all the organisers/volunteers are so helpful and friendly. The course for the run is particularly beautiful along the sea front. Lucy B
Really enjoyed this triathlon, my first ever open water swim and I felt very safe and had a great swim. Olly G
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Races at event
- Sat 16 May 2026
- #1 of 5
11:55
Age 15 & over
£78-£98
- 750 m river swimming
- 25 km road cycling
- 5 km trail running
- Sat 16 May 2026
- #2 of 5
11:50
Age 17 & over
£97-£120
- 1500 m river swimming
- 40 km road cycling
- 10 km trail running
- Sat 16 May 2026
- #3 of 5
11:50
Age 17 & over
£88
- 1500 m river swimming
- 40 km road cycling
- Sat 16 May 2026
- #4 of 5
11:50
Age 18 & over
£158-£178
- 1500 m river swimming
- 86 km road cycling
- 20 km trail running
- Sat 16 May 2026
- #5 of 5
11:50
Age 18 & over
£138
- 1500 m river swimming
- 86 km road cycling