Half Ironman triathlons

Half Ironman triathlons

Middle distance (aka 70.3) triathlon events | 1.2 mile swim + 56 mile bike + 13.1 mile run

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44 Half Ironman triathlons in the UK

Completing a Half Ironman is a real feat of endurance but is do-able if you are willing to put in the training time. Also called a 70.3 triathlon or middle distance triathlon, these long-distance events involve a 1.2-mile swim (1.9km), a 56-mile bike ride (90km), and a 13.1-mile run (21.1km) - a total of 70.3 miles completed in an average of around 6 hours. Select your location for 70.3 triathlons in your area or scroll down to see major events coming up.

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70.3 triathlons in 2024

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The totally unique ROC format, from Abersoch Bay to the top of Wales’ highest mountain and back. Swim, Bike, Mountain, Bike, Run; THE ROC WALES is triathlon - tough and redefined.
  • Sat 11 May
  • £230-£240
Pwllheli, Gwynedd, UK

THE ROC WALES

The totally unique ROC format, from Abersoch Bay to the top of Wales’ highest mountain and back. Swim, Bike, Mountain, Bike, Run; THE ROC WALES is triathlon - tough and redefined.

  • 1.5 km sea swimming
  • 100 km road cycling
  • 13 km multi terrain running + 3330 ft ascent
A lake swim, a trail run and a road ride over the course of the festival weekend. Conquer a triathlon challenge over two days. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!
  • Sat 18 - Sun 19 May
  • £155-£160
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

Keswick Mountain Festival | Keswick Conqueror

A lake swim, a trail run and a road ride over the course of the festival weekend. Conquer a triathlon challenge over two days. Includes Full Weekend Festival Ticket in the price!

  • 3.6 km lake swimming
  • 100 km road cycling + 1625 m ascent
  • 25 km trail running + 866 m ascent
Challenge yourself to tackle a 100km Centurion this year, a distance made popular by the PTO race series. Ideal if you're training for a 70.3 Half-Iron or taking a step up from Standard Distance Tri.
  • Sun 19 May
  • £110-£135
Bedford, Bedfordshire, UK

ATW Box End Centurion 100km Triathlon

Challenge yourself to tackle a 100km Centurion this year, a distance made popular by the PTO race series. Ideal if you're training for a 70.3 Half-Iron or taking a step up from Standard Distance Tri.

  • 2.2 km lake swimming
  • 77 km road cycling
  • 20 km trail running
Race through the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning South Galway in a triathlon for a range of levels then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.
  • Sun 26 May
  • £184-£295
Gort, Ireland

Lough Cutra Castle | Gauntlet Triathlon

Race through the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning South Galway in a triathlon for a range of levels then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.

  • 1.9 km lake swimming
  • 96 km road cycling
  • 21 km road running
Take on a superb middle distance triathlon at the fantastic Grafham Water. Suitable for all abilites, with a challenging, but achievable course, and custom medal at the finish line.
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £155-£175
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, UK

ATW Grafman Middle Distance Triathlon

Take on a superb middle distance triathlon at the fantastic Grafham Water. Suitable for all abilites, with a challenging, but achievable course, and custom medal at the finish line.

  • 1900 m lake swimming
  • 90 km road cycling + 1844 ft ascent
  • 21 km multi terrain running + 253 ft ascent
The Middle Distance Triathlon will not fail to impress. With stunning views of Weymouth nature reserve and a true test of stamina, you'll be beaming with pride at the finish line.
  • Sun 2 Jun
  • £125
Weymouth, Dorset, UK

Weymouth Middle Distance Triathlon

The Middle Distance Triathlon will not fail to impress. With stunning views of Weymouth nature reserve and a true test of stamina, you'll be beaming with pride at the finish line.

  • 1900 m sea swimming
  • 90 km road cycling
  • 21 km multi terrain running
Not for the faint hearted, this race pushes competitors to their limits whilst visiting every corner of the beautiful castle estate and its surrounding rural road networks.
  • Sun 9 Jun
  • £196-£295
Chantilly, France

Château de Chantilly | Gauntlet Triathlon

Not for the faint hearted, this race pushes competitors to their limits whilst visiting every corner of the beautiful castle estate and its surrounding rural road networks.

  • 1.9 km lake swimming
  • 90 km road cycling
  • 21 km road running
Join this exhilarating Endurance Weekend in the stunning Chiltern Hills! Whether you seek a weekend of endurance, picturesque sights or a chance to bond with fellow athletes, this is your opportunity!
  • Fri 21 - Sun 23 Jun
  • £100
Chesham, Buckinghamshire, UK

ATW Chiltern Endurance Weekend | Half Chiltern Endurance Challenge

Join this exhilarating Endurance Weekend in the stunning Chiltern Hills! Whether you seek a weekend of endurance, picturesque sights or a chance to bond with fellow athletes, this is your opportunity!

  • 1.9 km lake swimming
  • 90 km road cycling
  • 21.1 km trail running
Not for the faint-hearted, race through the beautiful grounds of the Cholmondeley Castle estate and surrounding area, then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.
  • Sun 23 Jun
  • £196-£295
Malpas, Cheshire, UK

Cholmondeley Castle | Gauntlet Triathlon

Not for the faint-hearted, race through the beautiful grounds of the Cholmondeley Castle estate and surrounding area, then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.

  • 1.9 km lake swimming
  • 90 km road cycling
  • 21 km road running
Racing through the hills Kielder Forest and on hard-packed trails around the lake, this half distance triathlon is a serious test of endurance.
  • Sun 30 Jun
  • £175-£225
Hexham, Northumberland, UK

The Northumbrian | Half Iron Distance

Racing through the hills Kielder Forest and on hard-packed trails around the lake, this half distance triathlon is a serious test of endurance.

  • 1.2 miles lake swimming
  • 56 miles road cycling
  • 13.1 miles trail running
Taking place across the scenic Thames Valley area. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, and run the flat Thames path as part of an exciting multi-activity event for summer.
  • Sun 14 Jul
  • £110
Marlow, Buckinghamshire, UK

The One on the River | Marlow | Middle Distance Triathlon

Taking place across the scenic Thames Valley area. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, and run the flat Thames path as part of an exciting multi-activity event for summer.

  • 1900 m river swimming
  • 91 km road cycling
  • 20 km trail running
This Half Ironman event is a great test of endurance and ideal for athletes looking to step up from the Olympic distance, testing athletes' endurance, speed, transition skills, and much training.
  • Sun 14 Jul
  • £180-£195
Ripon, North Yorkshire, UK

Ripon Triathlon Festival | Middle Distance Triathlon

This Half Ironman event is a great test of endurance and ideal for athletes looking to step up from the Olympic distance, testing athletes' endurance, speed, transition skills, and much training.

  • 1.9 km lake swimming
  • 90 km road cycling
  • 21.1 km road running
Race through the beautiful grounds of stunning Belvoir Castle out into surrounding Leicestershire in a 'half ironman' distance triathlon then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.
  • Sun 28 Jul
  • £196-£295
Grantham, Leicestershire, UK

Belvoir Castle | Gauntlet Triathlon

Race through the beautiful grounds of stunning Belvoir Castle out into surrounding Leicestershire in a 'half ironman' distance triathlon then celebrate with friends and family in the festival village.

  • 1.9 km lake swimming
  • 90 km road cycling
  • 21 km road running
Taking THE ROC into the Lake District, this is an opportunity to test your resolve and focus in one of the most inspiring locations in Europe. Face up to the mountain.
  • Sat 7 Sep
  • £230-£235
Ulverston, Cumbria, UK

THE ROC ENGLAND

Taking THE ROC into the Lake District, this is an opportunity to test your resolve and focus in one of the most inspiring locations in Europe. Face up to the mountain.

  • 1.5 km lake swimming
  • 92 km road cycling
  • 18.5 km multi terrain running
Taking place across the scenic Thames Valley area with routes going through Culden Faw Estate. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, run through the trail paths enjoying great views.
  • Sun 22 Sep
  • £110
Marlow, Buckinghamshire, UK

The One on the River | Henley | Middle Distance Triathlon

Taking place across the scenic Thames Valley area with routes going through Culden Faw Estate. Swim the river, cycle the hilly open roads, run through the trail paths enjoying great views.

  • 1900 m river swimming
  • 89 km road cycling
  • 20 km trail running
Not for the faint hearted, this race pushes competitors to their limits whilst visiting every corner of the beautiful castle estate and its surrounding rural area into the High Weald AONB.
  • Sun 29 Sep
  • £196-£295
Edenbridge, Kent, UK

Hever Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival | Gauntlet Triathlon

Not for the faint hearted, this race pushes competitors to their limits whilst visiting every corner of the beautiful castle estate and its surrounding rural area into the High Weald AONB.

  • 1.9 km lake swimming
  • 90 km road cycling
  • 21 km road running
Scotland, you are immense. ROC Scotland athletes, you are legends! THE ROC takes on the Highlands, from Kinlochleven to the summit of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain and back.
  • Sat 5 Oct
  • £230-£240
Kinlochleven, Highland, UK

THE ROC SCOTLAND

Scotland, you are immense. ROC Scotland athletes, you are legends! THE ROC takes on the Highlands, from Kinlochleven to the summit of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain and back.

  • 1.5 km lake swimming
  • 53 km mountain biking
  • 18.5 km multi terrain running

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