THE SWASHBUCKLER TRIATHLON

Sunday 6th July 2025 | Buckler's Hard 

We are super grateful to the Beaulieu River to be able to host the Award Winning Swashbuckler on 6th July 2025. 

The start, transition and finish are all based in the historic Bucklers's Hard, a hamlet on the banks of Beaulieu River famous for its shipbuilding. The 1.9km swim is in the stunning Beaulieu River. The 90km cycle ride is through the stunning New Forest where wild animals roam free and the 22km run is through quiet lanes and river coastal paths.

We also offer a standard distance triathlon: 1100m swim, 40km bike, 11km run. If you don't fancy doing all three, there is an Aquabike event (1900m swim and 90km bike) or spread the load by choosing our relay option.

Ideal event for quick times, first timers, family times and GB Age group qualifying times! Awesome medal, finishers t-shirt and post event food! 

DETAILS

Registration: 06:45 (Pre-registration Saturday 5th July 15:00-17:00)

Middle & Aquabike Mass Start: 08:00

Standard Mass Start: 08:05

Course closes: 16:00

"This is one of the most beautiful triathlons on the South Coast . With the swim in the Beaulieu River there is lots to see as you go by and the ride takes in the gorgeous countryside of the New Forest. CE excelled with this year's medal with the pirate spinner built in!"  Racecheck Review 2024

MARSHALLING: Sign up HERE to help out

Want to become a Challenging Events Marshal? Volunteers take on many important tasks, from car parking, helping on registration, marshalling out on the course to running a water stop. Marshalling is a super fun day out and without your support to help us deliver the best possible event, our events just wouldn't be able to run. You really can make a huge difference! 

Each event is different but you will have a dedicated manager to brief you on your duties and look after you throughout the day. Timings will vary from event to event. We will provide you with a high visibility vest so that you are seen to be part of our event. 

And as a thank you, we will send you a free entry code to use against any of our events. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our Challenging Events family! 

 

Three Races. One Epic Series. Will You Be Crowned Champion?

We’re excited to announce that the Huntsman Triathlon, Swashbuckler Triathlon, and the New Forest Triathlon have officially joined forces to create the New Forest Triathlon Series!
Take on the challenge across these three iconic events and compete for the chance to become the New Forest Tri Series Champion! The grand final showdown will take place at the New Forest Triathlon on 31st August 2025, where the champions will be crowned.

We’ve partnered with My Tri Rankings, and your series scores will be calculated using their dynamic ranking system.

How it works:
Complete all three events in either the Sprint or Standard distance
Any combination of distances is allowed
Compete for the Open or Female category titles 
Plus, one lucky athlete who completes all three events will win an exclusive spot prize!

Are you ready to race through the forest and make history?

See the current standings HERE

You can find out more about how the scoring system works HERE
 

We encourage all athletes to show respect, support one another, and demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times – please take a moment to read our Code of Conduct before race day.

The Swashbuckler Triathlon no-group

• 06/07/2025, 08:00

  Standard

  1.1km 40km 11km Enter £100.00
  Late Entry
• 06/07/2025, 08:00

  Middle

  1.9km 90km 22km Enter £190.00
  Standard Price
• 06/07/2025, 08:00

  Middle Distance RELAY

  1.9km 90km 22km Enter £210.00
  Standard Price
• 06/07/2025, 08:00

  Aquabike

  1.9km 90km Enter £130.00
  Standard Price

Location

Directions

Parking is at the Buckler's Hard Visitor Car Park. This is a pay and display car park and out of our control unfortunately. Please see their website for pricing. 

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