DERWENT RESERVOIR DUATHLONS 2026 - EARLY BIRD ENTRIES NOW OPEN!
Enter Race🎉 Annual Derwent Reservoir Duathlon – Sunday 17th May 2026 🎉
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!
🚴♂️ The event is open to all fitness levels — 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!
📍 Event Location
Derwent Waterside Park, Derwent Reservoir, Edmundbyers, Consett, DH8 9TT
Google Maps Location – Click here
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🏞️ 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.
🏃 Running: Tarmac & trail paths around the waterside
🚴 Cycling: Quiet open roads around the reservoir towards Edmundbyers, Blanchland & Slaley
🗓️ Event Distances
Sprint (Short) Duathlon
🏃 Run – 5km | 🚴 Cycle – 20km | 🏃 Run – 2.5km
Standard Duathlon
🏃 Run – 10km | 🚴 Cycle – 40km | 🏃 Run – 5km
👉 Both distances can be completed individually or as a relay team with friends.
🌲 Trail Runs – We also have 5km and 10km trail runs at this event — Click here
🗺️ 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
🔁 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
🎯 Age Restriction
Due to the event being on open roads, the minimum age is 17.
⏱️ Timing
Live Chip Timing will be provided by Timing Up North for accurate results.
🎖️ The Finish
All finishers receive:
🏅 Event Medal
👕 Wild Deer merchandise
🥤 A snack and drink
👕 T-Shirt Option
Add an official event T-shirt for just £12.00 when you sign up!
🅿️ Parking
On-site parking is available for all participants at £4 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
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