Blenheim Palace Triathlon 2023

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This is one of the UK's most picturesque triathlons and is the perfect day out for the whole family. A brilliant season opener, it is also the world's ONLY triathlon located at a World Heritage Site.
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Blenheim Triathlon Sprint [Sat/Sun], Blenheim Triathlon Sprint Team Relay, Blenheim Triathlon Weekend Warrior, and 1 more
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Sat 3rd Jun 2023 - Sun 4th Jun 2023
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Woodstock, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Woodstock OX20 1PY, UK
Start times
Sat 3rd Jun 2023
Blenheim Triathlon Sprint [Sat/Sun]:
TBC |
Blenheim Triathlon Sprint Team Relay:
TBC |
Blenheim Triathlon Weekend Warrior:
TBC
Sun 4th Jun 2023
Blenheim Triathlon Super Sprint [Sat/Sun]:
TBC
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Blenheim Palace Triathlon 2023
Route information
The swim is an open water (and freshwater) swim in the lake. The bike course consists of a gently rolling route circling the estate, while the run is a scenic offering around the Queen's Pool.
The Sprint Team Relay is a great introduction to triathlon. Teams of 3 will have one member complete each element of the event, eg one member swims, one bikes, and one runs. The 'baton' or timing chip is passed between teammates in transition, then all members of the team will meet and cross the finish line together.
Sprint: 750m Swim, 19.8km Bike, 5.4km Run
Sprint Team Relay: 750m Swim, 19.8km Bike, 5.4km Run
Super Sprint: 400m Swim, 13.3km Bike, 2.9km Run
Weekend Warrior: Race as many triathlons back to back as you can over this 2 day festival. In 2020, the Weekend Warrior record was broken by Stephen Mott who completed a staggering 11 back to back Sprint triathlons in one weekend.
What's included
  • Finisher’s Medal
  • T-Shirt
  • Free event branded swim hat
  • Event race pack inc race number and bike number (collect on race day)
  • On-course nutrition
  • Post-event hydration
  • Chip-timed event
  • Stunning closed road course
  • Entry into the Palace grounds
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How to get there
Woodstock OX20 1PY, UK
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By Car
From the M40, exit Junction 9 and follow road signage to Blenheim. There is no charge for competitor parking.
By Train
The nearest train station is New Oxford Parkway. The S3 bus runs from Oxford to Woodstock at approx. 30-minute intervals.
Parking
There are car-parking facilities for cars and coaches. Car parking is free for competitors, but it is important to pre-book access tickets for supporters to ensure they have access.
Event day logistics
Sat, 03 June 2023
Sprint - TBC
Super Sprint - TBC
Sprint Team Relay - TBC
Weekend Warrior - all day
Sun, 04 June 2023
Sprint - TBC
Super Sprint - TBC
Weekend Warrior - all day
Your Event Pack
Your event pack will contain all essential items for the event, you will pick this up on the day from the Chip Collection area after you have parked your car. You will receive a QR code via email and text prior to the event, you will need to display this to enter the event village the QR code is unique to you, and you will also have to show it at chip collection to receive your race pack.
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Spectator Info
Spectators will need to purchase tickets to access the palace grounds and to watch the event. These will be on sale soon and a limited number will be available for purchase on the day.
FAQs
Will there be toilets at the Blenheim Palace Triathlon?
Yes, there will be toilet facilities in the event village and near the swim start area.
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What happens if I lose my chip timing device on the Blenheim Palace Triathlon route?
You will be charged £25 if you lose your chip while it is in your possession.
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Can I fundraise for a charity at the Blenheim Palace Triathlon?
LimeLight Sports Club have a number of charities associated with the event but you are welcome to raise money for any charity that is close to your heart. In order to do this you need to register through the general entries and then can fundraise separately to any official fundraising channel the event offers.
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I have a disability can I still participate in the Blenheim Palace Triathlon?
Please contact the organiser's Customer Team (hello@blenheimtriathlon.com), with a description of your disability. The organiser will assess this and establish if it is possible to compete and what tjeu require to make this feasible.
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When should I receive my race pack for the Blenheim Palace Triathlon?
Your race pack will be picked up on the day of the event as you arrive for your race. Team relay captains will be responsible for picking up the team race pack. Race packs will contain your grounds and transition wristband, bib number, safety pins, helmet & bike sticker and at race pack pick up you will also be given your timing chip.
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Do I need a wetsuit to compete in the Blenheim Palace Triathlon?
Wetsuits are compulsory for this triathlon for the safety of our participants. Your wetsuit will keep you warm and improve your swimming speed; a wetsuit provides you with extra buoyancy and the higher you are the faster you swim. Your wetsuit must be a neoprene and we recommend a full body wetsuit, it can be a ‘shorty’.
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Can I listen to headphones during the Blenheim Palace Triathlon?
No, personal music devices are not allowed as you will not be able to hear marshals or others around you.
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Is water available during the Blenheim Palace Triathlon races?
Water will be handed out on the run course and at the finish line. There will be no water stations on the bike course – it is your responsibility to ensure that you have enough fluid to keep yourself hydrated on the bike leg.
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Does my bike helmet meet safety standards for the Blenheim Palace Triathlon?
Your helmet will pass the safety inspection as long as it has no cracks in it, has no damage to it and bears a CE & EU safety mark inside it. The strap must also be in good working order.
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Reviews
4.7
131 reviews
george
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
A lot of us where first timers or doing it for fun.But at no time was I made to feel I was just making the numbers up,we were all made to feel like champions.
huw
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5.0
Did the race in 2022
It was my first triathlon, the course was really well maintained with plenty to look at on your way around. The atmosphere was excellent, plenty of people cheering you on, not to mention meeting people around the route. Overall an excellent race and day out.
steve
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Only thing to be improved is the bottleneck up the hill from water into T1.
ashley
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
I did thoroughly enjoy the day! It was my first event so didn't know what to expect but it was a wonderful day - the atmosphere and the course itself was amazing! I did however purchase a "plus perk" ticket and didn't receive any of the perks. 1) it advertised "VIP" parking and there was no such thing. All cars were directed in the same direction. Despite stopping to ask several workers where this parking was, no one knew. I asked someone onsite in Blenheim and they said it didn't exist and they haven't set any such parking aside. Please confirm why special parking was advertised but no one in Blenheim actually knew what it was? 2) I was supposed to receive a massage - but my race number did not have the yellow "star" to confirm this. I managed to find the email to say I do indeed have a plus perk ticket but it didn't show that it came with the massage. The lady was kind enough to allow it. 3) I was supposed to receive a food voucher but didn't receive anything. there really was no point purchasing the more expensive ticket as I didn't receive any "perk". I kindly ask if this was just a mistake or if there really were no perks? it will help determine what ticket I buy next year.
andy
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
This was my first triathlon and I have to say it was amazing the organisation support everything I could not fault, if I had one negative it would be water station on the run as would rather have a small bottle of water than a cup as u can get more fluids in, other than that best day ever
anthony
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Weekend Warrior option is addictive, and in this setting, and with such an entertaining course, its bucket list.
anthony
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Weekend Warrior option is addictive and quite unique. and in this setting and with such an entertaining course, its a bucket list event to do.
lysette
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4.3
Did the race in 2023
Absolutely loved the Blenheim palace triathlon and will definitely be coming back next year. However, as my first triathlon, I was a little dissapointed with the signage and the organization at the transition. I had to ask other athletes where I needed to run, and there were lots of people lolling around by the bikes which made it difficult to get through. Also, the organization for the spectators was rather poor and even though we had to pay a lot of money to have spectators come and watch us, I don't feel they were properly looked after. There wasn't much seating available, and the food and drink was far away from where the sport was taking place. It was also difficult for them to see any of the swim or bike, and they found it hard to find where they needed to go.
kenny
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Fantastic day really well run, great marshalls 👍
darren
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4.0
Did the race in 2023
On arrival, the staff were not briefed about the parking or toilet facilities. Seemed to be last min briefings happening at the start of the event, and with an 8:30 start it caused difficulties. There were long queues for the toilet. Obviously, it was fantastic on many levels and the logistics of an event like this are extremely difficult. Overall, brilliant!
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