Bournemouth
16th August 2026
Set in the grounds of BH Live Littledown, this friendly and accessible triathlon is ideal for both newcomers and experienced athletes alike.
The course starts with a pool swim at Littledown Centre, followed by a scenic bike ride through the Bournemouth area on mostly flat roads, passing through residential and green spaces.
The run stays within the Littledown grounds, looping through open parkland and finishing beside the centre’s 6-a-side pitches.
This event is perfect for first-timers looking for a supportive, welcoming environment and a great introduction to the sport. It’s equally suited to experienced triathletes aiming for a new PB on a fast and enjoyable course.
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Bournemouth TryTri FAQs
- On approach to BH Live please follow the signs to the designated 'Triathlon Car Parking' Parking is free and limited. Remaining parking is reserved for centre members and is chargeable from 3hrs of parking on site - if you've parked and not registered/paid for parking in the lobby, you will be fined in the following hrs/days.
Once you have arrived, follow the signs to registration in our Race HQ (located in the main hall at the Sports Centre, just through the main entrance gates). Visit the desk and have your photo ID ready for collecting your race pack.
- You can pick up your race pack from pre-registration (please see details for collection in your updated participant pack) or on race morning from registration. Affix your race numbers with safety pins to your cycle/running gear. Stickers are for your Bike, Helmet and belongings in Transition. The timing chip goes on your left ankle and is to be worn throughout the entire event.
- There will be toilets located on site, within the main sports building.
- Water stations will be outlined in your participant packs. We recommend you bring your own bottle of water to have in Transition and in a bottle cage on your bike for the cycle leg.There will be water supplied at the finish line.
- Follow signs to Transition to rack your bike. Make sure you have attached your Bike stickers and your helmet when you enter Transition. Meet at the Sports Hall at any one of the briefing times (you MUST attend at least one briefing before your wave time).
- Make sure you arrive at least 20 minutes before your allotted swim time to poolside to collect your timing chip. The swim is 200m (8 lengths) for novice or 400m (16 lengths) for sprint. Make sure you count your own lengths!
- Your bike route is ~11km for Novice (one lap) and ~22km for sprint (2 laps).
- The run is 2.5km laps (1 lap for Novice, 2 laps for Sprint). You will finish on the school fields with spectators cheering you across the line!
- Collect your well-deserved finishers medal and water. Relax and enjoy the rest of the day with friends and family. Don’t forget to collect your bike from Transition before you leave! You will need your race number on to identify you as the owner of your bike.
- We recommend that you arrive ready to race. There will not be any baggage storage facilities. You will be able to leave a small number of items in Transition but all personal belongings are left at the owners risk.
- There will be catering on site from the centre's cafeteria and various vending machines.
- Medical and first aid facilities will be located at various stages throughout the course. If you need medical assistance at any point, please notify a marshal immediately and they will be able to call for assistance. If you do feel unwell on the day or have been ill in the lead up to the event, please consider carefully if you are fit to compete.
- There will be toilets located on site, within the main sports building.
- Water stations will be outlined in your participant packs. We recommend you bring your own bottle of water to have in Transition and in a bottle cage on your bike for the cycle leg.There will be water supplied at the finish line.
What’s Included
- Your First Triathlon Guide
Packed with training tips and advice to help you prepare. Download here
- Free Swim Hat
Yours to keep as a TryTri memento.
- Full Race Starter Kit
Everything you need to get set up for the big day.
- Finisher’s Medal
Celebrate your achievement as you cross the line!
- Bragging Rights
Because you did it, you’re officially a triathlete!
