Olympic Relay Saturday
Triathlon: Swim 1.5km, Bike 40km, Run 10km
The London Triathlon
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- London
- 10,000 participants
- By Limelight Sports Club
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Challenge Awards Winner 2019Soak up the summer sun and take in the London sights during this 2 day triathlon festival. Participants will love the support of the 30,000 strong crowds along the course and, for an extra challenge, sign up for triathlons on both Saturday and Sunday. Come for the tech t-shirt and finisher's medal.
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Limelight Sports Club has confirmed that this event will be going ahead as planned on Friday 6th Aug 2021 in accordance with the COVID-19 safety measures. Learn moreReview summary
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Emma D
"Pure awesomeness! For my first triathlon challenge this was perfect. Excellent..."
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Becca S.
"I really enjoyed my first Olympic distance triathlon in my home town of London...."
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David P
"This was our first Olympic distance and what an event it was, despite the early..."
How to enter the The London Triathlon
Sprint Saturday
Triathlon: Swim 0.75km, Bike 20km, Run 5kmSuper Sprint Saturday
Triathlon: Swim 0.4km, Bike 10km, Run 2.5kmOlympic Plus Sunday
Triathlon: Swim 1.5km, Bike 80km, Run 10kmOlympic Sunday
Triathlon: Swim 1.5km, Bike 40km, Run 10kmWeekend Warrior
Triathlon: Swim 750km, Bike 40km, Run 10kmSprint Team Relay Saturday
Triathlon: Swim 0.75km, Bike 20km, Run 5km
The London Triathlon routes
This iconic central London event gives you an incredible opportunity to swim-bike-run on closed-roads through our amazing capital city.
All competitors will swim in the Royal Victoria Dock and run around the London Docklands, cheered on by the 30,000 strong crowd. The bike route varies depending on the distance, day and category you choose.
The infamous Olympic distance events on the Sunday have a bike route like no other! You can whizz past some of London’s most infamous landmarks including the Tower of London, the London Eye and Big Ben.
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Take a look at the maps below to find out more about the distances and routes available at the London Triathlon:
Saturday Sprint
Frequently Asked Questions
I have a disability can I still participate in The London Triathlon?
This is an all-inclusive event and Limelight Sports Club will do their utmost to accommodate participants with disabilities. Please contact their Customer Service Team, [email protected] with a description of your disability. It will be assessed and they will establish if it is possible to compete and what is required to make this feasible.
When will I find out my start time for The London Triathlon?
Start times and wave allocations will be sent out to you via email and and posted on the website around 2 weeks prior to the event.
When should I receive my race pack for The London Triathlon?
Your race pack will be ready and waiting for you to collect at the event, please check your email leading up to the event for your start time.
What is contained in my race pack for The London Triathlon?
Your race pack will contain your race information guide, race number, bike and helmet stickers, transition wristband, and your welcome letter with your wave start time. If any of the items listed above are missing please come to the Help Desk on the day of the event and our friendly customer service team can issue new items. You will receive your swim cap at Swim Assembly on the day of your race.
Do I need a wetsuit for The London Triathlon?
A wetsuit is compulsory and it is your responsibility to ensure you have one on race day. The wetsuit will not only keep you warm, but will also help you swim faster as it provides you with extra buoyancy. Wetsuits must be worn up to 25°C. Should the water temperature exceed 25°C wetsuits are not permitted and changes to the event may be made at the organisers discretion. Surf and shortie wetsuits are allowed, but these are totally different to a triathlon specific wetsuit, which is designed for swimming and fits like a second skin.
Can I listen to a personal music player whilst racing in The London Triathlon?
No, you will be unable to hear other competitors or the marshals when you are wearing one and consequently pose a threat to others.
How can I find out my finish time from The London Triathlon?
For instant results you can click on the website and click on the ‘track my runner’. This will enable you to see all of your live results and compare them to other competitors.
All results will be posted on the website at the end of each day of the event.
How do I buy a photograph of myself crossing the finishing line from The London Triathlon?
Marathon Photos are our official photographer for the event. Please go directly to their website to retrieve your photos and further information (https://www.marathon-photos.com/)
Who do I contact for lost property at The London Triathlon?
Please contact the event organisers via email, [email protected], with a full description of the missing item and they will do their best to reunite you with the item.
Is water available during The London Triathlon?
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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We share a passion for the active world. We believe in the power of sport to change behaviours, build communities and make a difference. We're for the first-timers, the fast-timers, the old-timers and the good-timers. We know this space better than anyone, yet we still learn something new each day. We're here with a purpose, for a purpose. We don't just talk about it. We just do it. We work and play as one team. Limelight Sports. Creating an active world. Together.
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The London Triathlon reviews (157)
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Becca SDid the Olympic Sunday in 2019
I really enjoyed my first Olympic distance triathlon in my home town of London. Best thing is that you don't have to travel far and it's very well (!) organised with everything there what you need. Areas of improvement to me could be: 1. changing the swim course to be longer on the way out so you don't have to do that 'extra' distance at the end. Mentally I found that hard. 2. More music throughout the run course. I love music and it gives me a big boost but there were only 2 locations. 3. Compared to 2018 when I did the sprint on the Saturday there seemed to be less stalls and there was no free alcohol free erdinger at the end which I had been really looking forward to! And something good to end my review with: There was less zig zagging inside the excel on the run which was much appreciated and seemed closer to the distance it should be. Thanks and see you next year!Did the Super Sprint Saturday in 2019
Pure awesomeness! For my first triathlon challenge this was perfect. Excellent organisation and great venue. The Royal Docks was a wonderful open water swim and the support from the crowd and the volunteers for my sister and I was so encouraging! A great day out and lots of fun.Get there early to set your self up and view the course. That really calmed my nerves.
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David PDid the Olympic Relay Saturday in 2019
This was our first Olympic distance and what an event it was, despite the early morning rain. It was well organised, the volunteers were fab and it was a superb atmosphere. We thoroughly loved it 👍L
Lindsay LDid the Sprint Saturday in 2019
Great atmosphere with lots of support. It's good for beginners as the waves are well managed so that everyone merges in together and no-one feels that they are falling behind.N
Nathan PDid the event in 2019
The run had to be stopped so that a dragon boat could be ferried from the water. I managed to literally just miss it but lots of people were fucked offA
Andrew RDid the Olympic Sunday in 2019
I have completed the London Tri 4 times, the Westminster bike route is very quick but the run could do with wider sections as it gets congested.F
Francois vulliezDid the Olympic Sunday in 2019
Lack of information for overseas participants (furthermore we paid for bib to de posted but they were kept by the organizerP
Paul ODid the Olympic Sunday in 2019
This is a really well organised event with a bike route, should you chose it, that passes some of London's iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London and Westminster. ExCel Centre is a great base and a very family friendly venue for those wanting to cheer you on with easy access to the TfL network.Did the Olympic Plus Sunday in 2019
First go at the Olympic plus route, having done the Olympic a couple of times in the past. Obviously the swim is the same, measured slightly over (1.6k) on my watch, and I swim in straight lines, water slightly cleaner than I remember from previous years. The bike route is pretty cool, getting to go right up to the London Eye/Houses of Parliament etc, 3 times even. This year was quite blustery and damp which made it tougher but also slightly less visually appealing, but can't really complain. The double length does take its toll - obviously not HIM tough but it starts to feel that way. The run feels like a bit of a procession - so many people on the course at the same time going round and round the little 2.5k loop. Again tough because of the ramp up into the Excel Centre on each lap - definitely my least favourite bit of the course. However overall I'd recommend it, and the Olympic plus is a nice step up from olympic, particularly if you're a strong biker.H
Harold HDid the Olympic Sunday in 2019
Very well organised, both communications before the event and at the venue. Everyone was very friendly. The volunteers in the water on sunday morning were amazing when I was struggling with the swim, really supportive and understanding. Thank you to everyone for making it a special day.
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