Elvins Abersoch 1K Beach Sprint
A fantastic race for the young runners who want to get involved, wear a race bib and earn a zinc alloy race medal. With a trophy and a little cash for the category winners, with proud feeling.
Sign up for £7.50
Enter now- Sat 20 Jun 2026
13:00
Age 5 & over
£7.50
- 1 km multi terrain running
Event overview
Set in the stunning North Wales seaside town of Abersoch, there are Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons to choose from, with exceptional courses that will both challenge and inspire you. This event is the favourite of many!
Great race support throughout the course, all the pro race assets you would expect from a big triathlon event, and a memorable atmosphere with music and beach bar to enhance your post-race celebrations.
Entries always sell out, so get booked in and come and join the 10th annual Abersoch Triathlon, and don't forget your sunnies and beach towel!
Highlights
- Start with a sea swim in Abersoch's sheltered bay
- The bike route is a 20km lap for the Sprint distance
- Two laps of the same bike course for the Olympic distance
- Some roads are closed to traffic
- The run takes in the unique terrain of part beach/trail/road
- Races boast a picture-book finish on golden sands
Abersoch Triple Crown
A unique race series in a stunning location with a memorable atmosphere. Join any of the Abersoch races or commit to the Triple Crown and take on all three for the sought-after Triple Crown medal.
Your times will be combined for the 10K, Triathlon and Half Marathon to give your overall time and the chance to get on the TC leaderboard, a share of the prize fund or the Triple Crown trophy itself.
Dual in the Crown
Complete both Olympic and Sprint Distance Triathlons in one day.
For those who like to test their limits, there's the chance to take on both distances in one day. If you’re successful, you’ll earn yourself an exclusive and much sought-after ‘ABERSOCH Dual in the Crown’ mug!
This event is part of Menai Holiday Cottages Abersoch Triathlon.
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Families
- Teams
Timetable
Friday
Saturday
Be ready 30 minutes before your race start time.
Safety briefing
By video 4 days prior to the race.
- First aid
- Flat
- Marshals
- Way markers
Overview
The Elvins ABERSOCH 1K Beach Sprint takes place in between the Olympic and Sprint distance Abersoch Triathlons.
Every runner receives an accurate time using the timing chip technology and there are categories for Open (U17), Under 14, Under 12, Under 10k and Under 8 with Trophies and cash prizes for both the boys and girls winners of each.
The race takes place on Abersoch Beach to the right of the middle slip ramp near the beach cafe. It’s a great course along the beach mixing hard and soft sand, and expect to get your feet wet!
- Bar
- Cafe
- Coast
- Music
- Paid parking
Event HQ
Lon Golff
Abersoch
Pwllheli
Gwynedd
LL53 7EF
UK
Race HQ
Race HQ is at the beach at the bottom of Lon Golff, near the beach cafe.
Start
The start is on Abersoch beach to the right of the middle slip ramp (bottom of Lon Golff / Golf Road.
- Cash prizes
- Chip timing
- Drinks
- Medal
- Snacks
- Trophy
Included
Every runner gets a top-quality zinc alloy medal with a bespoke lanyard and a bottle of water when they cross the finish line.
1K Beach Sprint Prize Money
- Boys Open: £20
- Girls Open: £20
- Boys Under 14: £10
- Girls Under 14: £10
- Boys Under 12: £10
- Girls Under 12: £10
- Boys Under 10: £10
- Girls Under 10: £10
- Boys Under 8: £5
- Girls Under 8: £5
- New Course Record Bonus: £20 (Current record: 3:14 by Jude Cassidy)
Course Records
- Men’s: Jude Cassidy — 3:14 (2019)
- Women’s: Milly Lever — 3:30 (2017)
Other races at event
- Sat 20 Jun
- #1 of 3
14:30
Age 16 & over
£90-£100
- 750 m sea swimming
- 20 km road cycling
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sat 20 Jun
- #2 of 3
08:00
Age 17 & over
£95-£110
- 1500 m sea swimming
- 40 km road cycling
- 10 km multi terrain running