Ironman UK
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On your way to Ironman glory, you'll swim in Pennington Flash, climb some tough hills on the bike and finish the run in Bolton town centre. Don't forget to make the most of the shopping, restaurants and pubs over the course of the weekend.
Ironman, IRONKids - 500m (nursery year 1&2, reception, year 1), IRONKids - 1km (year 2-5), and 2 more
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Sun, 4 Jul 2021
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Bolton, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
9 Bold St, Bolton BL1 1LS, UK
Start times
Sun, 4 Jul 2021
Ironman:
6:00am | IRONKids - 500m (nursery year 1&2, reception, year 1):
9:00am | IRONKids - 1km (year 2-5):
9:00am | IRONKids -1.5km (year 6 - 8 ):
9:00am | IRONKids - 1.5km (year 9-10):
9:00am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Ironman UK
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IRONKids - 500m (nursery year 1&2, reception, year 1)
0.5km
IRONKids - 1km (year 2-5)
1km
IRONKids -1.5km (year 6 - 8 )
1.5km
IRONKids - 1.5km (year 9-10)
1.5km
Route information
Swim:
The two-loop 2.4 mile swim course takes place at Pennington Flash Country Park. The swim course has a triangle layout and athletes will head out before turning left twice and making their way back to the start.
Bike:
The three-loop 112 mile bike course runs in an anti-clockwise direction. Athletes will travel from Pennington Flash to Bolton for the first few miles, before taking on the three-loop bike course. The course continues through the northern countryside, past Black Dog Pub before reaching the famous Sheephouse Lane.
Run:
The four-loop 26.2 mile run course laps around Bolton town centre before ascending through the scenic Queen’s Park to Chorley New Road. Athletes will then pass numerous spectator hotspots before finishing at Victoria Square.
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What's included
- Transition areas
- Swim safety cover
- Traffic management for road closures
- Stewards
- Entry to Award Ceremony
- Entry to the official Swim Practice
- Race day nutrition at the aid stations
- Athlete Backpack
- Finisher T-Shirt
- Finisher Medal
- Athlete Village post-race food
- Free Massages after the race
How to get there
9 Bold St, Bolton BL1 1LS, UK
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Registration & Expo: Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton, BL1 1RU
Swim & Transition 1: Pennington Flash, Leigh, Wigan, WN7 3UG
Transition 2: Queen’s Park, Spa Road, Bolton, BL1 4AG
Finish line: Victoria Square, Bolton, BL1 1NB
Event day logistics
All athletes must register in person at the event prior to race day to collect their race packs. In order to register you will NEED:
- Your BIB number (which will be uploaded around 3 weeks prior to race day)
- Photo Identification (passport or driving licence)
You MUST attend registration yourself in order to race.
Under NO circumstance will we give your information to another person even with authorisation.
Ironman
"Swim 2.4 Miles. Bike 112 miles. Run 26.2. Brag for the rest of your life." - John Collins, IRONMAN co-founder Since its inception, IRONMAN has been represented by ambitious and courageous people who aren't afraid to push their limits. Take a walk through history with us, through some of the finest and most memorable moments in IRONMAN racing.
FAQ's
What are the cut off times?
Swim: 2 hours 20 minutes + a further 10 minutes from the swim cut off to start the bike.
Bike: 10 hours 30 minutes (after you cross the swim start timing mat) + a further 10 minutes from the bike cut off to start the run.
Run: 17 hours (after you cross the swim start timing mat).
Intermediate cut offs on the bike and run may apply in the interests of athlete safety and to enable roads to reopen according to the schedule agreed with the authorities.
Is there a minimum age requirement to enter?
Yes, athletes must be at least 18 on race day.
Do I need a race license or to be associated with a club to enter?
Athletes do need aTriathlon Race License. If you do not have one, a day licence can bought onsite for £5 WITH CASH ONLY.
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