DERWENT RESERVOIR DUATHLONS 2026 - EARLY BIRD ENTRIES NOW OPEN!

DERWENT RESERVOIR DUATHLONS 2026 - EARLY BIRD ENTRIES NOW OPEN!

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๐ŸŽ‰ Annual Derwent Reservoir Duathlon โ€“ Sunday 17th May 2026 ๐ŸŽ‰

We are delighted to announce that we are returning for our Annual Duathlon Event at the beautiful Derwent Reservoir in County Durham on Sunday 17th May 2026!

๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ The event is open to all fitness levels โ€” any type of push bike can be used, but a cycling helmet must be worn. The Sprint (Short) Duathlon is ideal for first timers and novice athletes.

EARLY BIRD ENTRIES OPENING 6AM ON 26TH SEPTEMBER!

๐Ÿ“ Event Location

Derwent Waterside Park, Derwent Reservoir, Edmundbyers, Consett, DH8 9TT

Google Maps Location โ€“ Click here

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๐Ÿž๏ธ Derwent Reservoir

This outstanding reservoir, owned by Northumbrian Water, sits on the border of Durham & Northumberland. The Duathlon will take place from the south side of the reservoir.

๐Ÿƒ Running: Tarmac & trail paths around the waterside

๐Ÿšด Cycling: Quiet open roads around the reservoir towards Edmundbyers, Blanchland & Slaley

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Event Distances

Sprint (Short) Duathlon

๐Ÿƒ Run โ€“ 5km | ๐Ÿšด Cycle โ€“ 20km | ๐Ÿƒ Run โ€“ 2.5km

Standard Duathlon

๐Ÿƒ Run โ€“ 10km | ๐Ÿšด Cycle โ€“ 40km | ๐Ÿƒ Run โ€“ 5km

๐Ÿ‘‰ Both distances can be completed individually or as a relay team with friends.

๐ŸŒฒ Trail Runs โ€“ We also have 5km and 10km trail runs at this event โ€” Click here

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Routes

Sprint (Short) Duathlon

5k run - Click here

Sprint Cycle - Click here

2.5k run - Click here

Standard Duathlon

10k run - Click here

Standard Cycle - Click here

5k run - Click here

๐Ÿ” Transition Area

  • Secure transition area for competitors only
  • Race Number & Bike Number correspond with your racking spot
  • Small bags/boxes permitted inside transition
  • Bike number must be attached & helmet visible before entering
  • Bib & bike numbers will be checked before exiting, so keep them on

๐ŸŽฏ Age Restriction

Due to the event being on open roads, the minimum age is 17.

โฑ๏ธ Timing

Live Chip Timing will be provided by Timing Up North for accurate results.

๐ŸŽ–๏ธ The Finish

All finishers receive:

๐Ÿ… Event Medal

๐Ÿ‘• Wild Deer merchandise

๐Ÿฅค A snack and drink

๐Ÿ‘• T-Shirt Option

Add an official event T-shirt for just ยฃ12.00 when you sign up!

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking

On-site parking is available for all participants at ยฃ4 per car and is payable by cash or card.

Start time: 8:50am
Distances:  Run - 5km , Cycle - 20km , Run - 2.50km Price: £36.00 + fee
Remaining places: 147

Start time: 9:30am
Distances:  Run - 10km , Cycle - 40km , Run - 5km Price: £40.00 + fee
Remaining places: 145

Start time: 8:50am
Distances:  Run - 5km , Cycle - 20km , Run - 2.50km Price: £46.00 + fee
Remaining places: 10

Start time: 9:30am
Distances:  Run - 10km , Cycle - 40km , Run - 5km Price: £51.00 + fee
Remaining places: 10

Start time: 8:50am
Distances:  Run - 5km , Cycle - 20km , Run - 2.50km Price: £48.00 + fee
Remaining places: 25

Start time: 9:30am
Distances:  Run - 10km , Cycle - 40m , Run - 5km Price: £52.00 + fee
Remaining places: 19