Swansea Triathlon 2025



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The Swansea Triathlon is a sprint distance triathlon set in the heart of Swansea, ideal for first timers and elite athletes. The course is simply in one of the best locations in the UK.
A brand-new Swim for 2025 in the Swansea bay, a lapped, picturesque ride, and a fast and flat out and back run heading through the city, with beautiful beach views, and a finish in the Swansea Arena in front of the roaring crowds, this event will take some beating.
Wave 1 - Elite (Only people in this wave can Podium), Wave 2 , Wave 3, and 1 more
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Sun, May 25, 2025
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Swansea, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Swansea, UK
Start times
Wave 1 - Elite (Only people in this wave can Podium): 4:45 PMWave 2 : 4:45 PMWave 3: 5:00 PMWave 4: 5:00 PM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Swansea Triathlon 2025
Wave 1 - Elite (Only people in this wave can Podium)
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£85.32
Wave 2
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£36.67 - £85.32
Wave 3
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£36.67 - £85.32
Wave 4
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£36.67 - £85.32
Wave 1 - Elite (Only people in this wave can Podium)
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£85.32
Wave 2
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£36.67 - £85.32
Wave 3
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£36.67 - £85.32
Wave 4
0.75 km
20 km
5 km
£36.67 - £85.32
Route information
The Swansea Triathlon is a sprint distance triathlon set in the heart of Swansea, ideal for first timers and elite athletes. The course is simply in one of the best locations in the UK.
A brand new Swim for 2025 in the Swansea bay, a lapped, picturesque ride, and a fast and flat out and back run heading through the city, with beautiful beach views, and a finish in the Swansea Arena in front of the roaring crowds, this event will take some beating.
What's included
Activity Wales Events are well known for amazing red carpet finishes, a great atmosphere alongside outstanding organisation and support.
- Bespoke finisher's medal
- Red Carpet Finish
- Superb water safety team
- Swim hat
- Podium presentations and prizes
- Chip-timing
- Professional first aid team
- Public liability insurance
How to get there
Swansea, UK
Get full directionsDIRECTIONS FROM PEMBROKESHIRE
Take the A40 to Carmarthen
Follow through Crosshands and Pont Abraham roundabout
Take the M4 towards Swansea
Leave M4 at Junction 45
Keep in left hand lane and take A4067 towards the City Centre
Follow the signs for Stadium for approx. 6 miles and then the Stadium will appear on your left hand side
After the Stadium follow the road and take a right at the roundabout towards the docks
There are many car parks in the area which you can park in to access all the areas needed.
DIRECTIONS FROM PORT TALBOT
Leave the M4 at Junction 44
Follow Fabian Way down to the centre
There are many car parks in the area which you can park in to access all the areas needed.
PARKING
Parking is available at:
St David’s Place, SA1 3LQ – Pay and Display
Pocketts Wharf, SA1 3XL – Pay and Display
Waterfront / LC, SA1 3ST – Pay and Display
Swansea Salubrious Place, SA1 3LZ – Pay and Display
TOILET FACILITIES
Quadrant Bus Station Public Toilets, Plymouth Street, SA1 3AR
Civic Centre Public Toilets, Oystermouth Road, SA1 3SN
Maritime Quarter Public Toilets (near the Marina barrage), SA1 1UN
National Waterfront Museum Public Toilets, Oystermouth Road, SA1 3RD
LC Swansea Public Toilets, Oystermouth Road, SA1 3ST
Event day logistics
Event Itinerary
The full event itinerary will be sent out closer to the event date. Start times will be allocated to entrants when you receive your race pack.
Race Packs
All event content will be sent out to participants via email approximately 2 weeks before the event to ensure the content is as up to date as possible.
Everything you will need for the event will be available to collect at registration on race day. Please bring photo ID on the day.
Race Briefing
There will be a mandatory video briefing as well as an official event brief at the start of each event.
Provisional Race Timings on race day
10am - 3.30pm Registration Open (Registration is open on Saturday too)
2.30pm - 4pm Transition open
4.45pm Wave 1 & 2 Start
5pm Wave 3 & 4 Start
6pm 1st Athlete Back
6.45pm Last Bike Back
7.30pm Last athlete finishes
Kit List
- Wetsuits are mandatory
- Boots and gloves will not be allowed
- You can wear your own swim hat but must have the issued swim cap on top.
- Bike

Activity Wales Events
Founders of Ironman Wales and The Long Course Weekend, Activity Wales deliver premiere Triathlon, marathon, duathlon and swimming events throughout the UK. They also consult to the leisure industry and are firm believers in the experience over the race! Creating family friendly, athlete focused world class races in Wales!
FAQs
Are there age restrictions for race entry?
Yes you must be 14 years old by the day of the race
Are there official photographers?
Yes, Finisherpix will be on site to take athlete photos.
Do I have to wear a wetsuit?
Yes, this is mandatory for all of our events and must cover the torso & thighs. It must NOT cover the hands and feet. British Triathlon Federation rules state that the wetsuit must not be thicker than 5mm in any position (including where a patch-repair has been made). Non-triathlon wetsuits are not designed to be flexible around the shoulders and arms and will take on extra water so it is recommended you race in a triathlon wetsuit.
Can I wear my own swim hat?
If you wish to wear two swim hats that is fine but the issued swim hat MUST be worn on top.
What stroke can I use?
Although BTF rules have now allowed backstroke we will not allow you to do this stroke. Front facing strokes only.
How is the start organised?
The swim start is in waves. You will be allocated your wave when you receive your race pack. You must start in your correct wave.
How early should I be at the swim start?
You should be at the swim start at least 15 minutes before the race to hear the briefing and find a suitable position.
Do I need a specific bike?
You can use any bike that is road worthy and complies with the BTF rules. However you must not use electric bikes or tandems. We recommend using a road bike.
Will my bike be safe in transition?
Your bike will be safe in transition. You must show the security staff your bike with sticker, helmet with sticker and matching race number before entering or leaving with a bike.
Can I wear headphones?
No, we discourage anyone wearing headphones during the race.
Are there any drink/feed stations on the course?
There are no drink/feed stations on course as this event is a short distance. There will be water at the finish line.
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