Roadford Lake Aquathlon
Sun 17 May 2026 Lifton, Devon, UK

Roadford Lake Aquathlon

Dive into open-water racing at this scenic aquathlon, combining a freshwater lake swim with a traffic-free run around beautiful Roadford Lake in Devon.

  • Sun 17 May 2026
Roadford Lake, Lifton
Roadford Lake Aquathlon

08:30

Age 15 & over on 31 Dec 2026

£64

  • 750 m lake swimming
  • 5 km trail running

Event overview

Set at the stunning Roadford Lake, this aquathlon offers a welcoming yet competitive challenge, pairing a calm open-water swim with a fast, traffic-free lakeside run.

With clear water, quiet surroundings and expert organisation, it’s an ideal event for newcomers and experienced multisport athletes alike.

Highlights

  • Open-water swim in Roadford Lake
  • Traffic-free run on gravel paths around the lake
  • Calm, sheltered venue ideal for first-time aquathletes
  • Chip timing and professional event management
  • Beautiful countryside setting in Devon
  • Friendly, supportive multisport atmosphere

Event video

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Swim hat provided
  • Wetsuit advised
  • Wetsuit required if too cold

Timetable

Saturday

  • 16:00-17:00 | Registration opens

Sunday

  • 05:30-09:15 | Registration opens

Route

  • 1 lap
  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Marshals
  • Navigation not required
  • No headphones
  • Water stations
  • Way markers
  • GPX available

  • Toilets

Event HQ

Roadford Lake
Broadwoodwidger
Lifton
Devon
PL16 0RL
UK

Parking

There is plenty of parking at the Cafe. Anyone camping at the Activity Centre on Saturday night can cycle or walk over to the start in the morning.

  • Chip timing
  • Medal
  • Memento
  • Race photo

Included

  • Free Sportiva branded water bottle
  • Finishers medals for all and podium prizes
  • Professional event photos
  • Free silicone Swim hats
  • Personalised race number (entries 2 weeks before the race)
  • Secure transition
  • Numbered racking
  • Toilets
  • Public Liability insurance
  • Professional RFID chip timing
  • British Triathlon permit

Optional extra

  • Quality 100% organic Cotton event t shirt (at cost and ordered 4 weeks prior to event)
  • Camping available

Prizes

In addition there are podium medals for the Top 3 overall in a number of categories. These will vary depending on entry numbers

One prize per person policy. So if a vet is the overall winner they will get that medal & prize & the other Vet 40s will move up one place.

Sustainability

  • Optional t-shirt
  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

  • Age 15 & over on 31 Dec 2026
  • Entries open
  • Collect race pack
  • Enter online

Entry fees

Entry fee

£64.00

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