Event Details
Venue : The Mere, Cremorne Gardens, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 0PA
Date : Sunday 29th June 2025
- ONE OF THE FASTEST "HALF IRON DISTANCE" IN THE COUNTRY
- BEAUTIFUL FRESHWATER MERE SWIM
- PICTURESQUE COUNTRYSIDE BIKE COURSE
- FULLY CLOSED TO TRAFFIC RUN COURSE
- AMAZING SPECTATOR FRIENDLY COURSE
Race Information:
The Event
The UK Ultimate 1/2 Triathlon is our demanding and much sought-after 'half iron distance' event returning yet again to the beautiful Mere in Ellesmere, Shropshire.
This ultimate endurance challenge combines swimming, cycling, and running against a backdrop of stunning British landscapes, creating an exhilarating atmosphere filled with camaraderie and support.
Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or taking on the challenge for the first time, you'll find a flat and fast course perfect for achieving personal bests. It’s a journey of determination and excitement that promises unforgettable memories!
Looking for something more challenging? Then take a look at the UK Ultimate Triathlon.
Looking for something shorter? Then take a look at the UK Ultimate 1/4 Triathlon.
- Freshwater lake swim
- Picturesque countryside cycle & run routes, ideal for PB's
- Swim start, transition & run finish all within a stone's throw of each other
- Spectator friendly venue, great for supporting friends and family
- Official race T-shirt for all finishers
- Official Finishers Medal for all entrants
- Electronic Chip Timed Event
Course Maps
The Ultimate 1/2 Triathlon offers a thrilling, "half-iron" distance challenge, beginning with a 1.2 mile swim in the calm, freshwater Mere. Athletes will be immersed in an exhilarating open-water experience, with spectators cheering from the shore.
Next, the 56 mile bike ride takes participants on a scenic yet demanding journey through the picturesque Shropshire countryside and parts of Wales. Smooth tarmac roads and breathtaking views make this segment both fast and beautiful.
Finally, the run offers a flat, fully tarmac course. With closed roads and cheering supporters, you'll push to the finish line, driven by the thrill of victory.
PDF Documents: click each to open or download
Click to view Main Arena Click to view Swim Course Click to view Bike Course Click to view Run Course
Swim course distance: 1 lap = 0.6mi
Ultimate Half & Ultimate Half Relay: 0.6mi lap x 2 laps = 1.2mi
Bike course distance: 1 lap = 28mi
Ultimate Half & Ultimate Half Relay: 28mi lap x 2 laps = 56mi
Run course distance: 1 lap = 4.36mi
Ultimate Half & Ultimate Half Relay: 4.36mi lap x 3 laps = 13.1mi
Bike Course Map
To view course direction & distance markers, please click on, “view full version” (top left-hand corner of the map) or run your mouse cursor along the mountain graph to see course direction.
Run Course Map
Race Day Information
Please take some time to read all the event information, it will make it far more enjoyable for you and reduce the need to ask questions on the day. You can use this information as a guide for your event.
Full and up to date competitor race day information with your race number and start time will be emailed to you 7-10 days before the event. Please check spam/junk folders.
WE DO NOT POST ANYTHING OUT - you will collect your race numbers, stickers, etc. at registration on the day.
Good luck and have a great day!
Click to view RACE DAY INFORMATION
Start times & Cut-off times
Ultimate Half Triathlon will start from 9:00am.
The cut off times for the Ultimate Half Triathlon and Relay are as follows :
Swim: 1hrs 15 min after start time | Bike: 6 hrs after start time | Run: 9hrs 30 mins after start time
Share the Swim, Bike, Run with friends and create your own relay team.
Choose your favourite discipline, then invite friends or teammates to join and complete your relay team.
(Age restrictions apply)
HOW IT WORKS
A relay team can consist of two or three people.
Each member of the relay team completes one or two of the three disciplines in the triathlon.
The swimmer completes the swim, then the swimmer passes the electronic chip to the cyclist inside the cycle transition area.
The cyclist completes the cycle course and passes the electronic chip to the runner in the transition area.
The runner completes the run and hands in the electronic chip at the finish line.
All team members can cross the finish line together and collect their medals.
Awards
We award first place in the Female Relay Event and first place in the Open/Mixed Category Relay Event.
All Open/Mixed Category teams can consist of two or three people, male or female.
Do I need to wear a wetsuit?
Wetsuits for the Ultimate Half Triathlon and Ultimate Half Triathlon Relay are compulsory.
Accommodation
If you are not local to the event and are planning to book accommodation please take a look at our places to stay information.
Camping and/or Caravan available with full facilities at
Don't want to go IT alone?
Why not take part as a relay team of 2 or 3 and share the challenge of swim, bike and run!
Just simply pick the discipline that you love and get your friends and family to choose what they'd like to do to complete your relay team.
Ultimate Half
£130.00 was £199.00
Date : Sunday 29th June 2025
- 1.2mi Swim
- 56mi Cycle
- 13.1mi Run
- 18 years (on race day)
Ultimate Half Relay
£150.00 was £219.00
Date : Sunday 29th June 2025
- 1.2mi Swim
- 56mi Cycle
- 13.1mi Run
- 18 years (on race day)