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TRIATHLON AND MULTISPORT

Dear Competitors,

Congratulations on signing up for a Castle Triathlon Series event. Whether you are taking on a triathlon, swim event, run event or one of our other multisport offerings, you have a challenge ahead and one we will reward you for.

Have a brilliant weekend and, most importantly, enjoy!

Our goal is to make your race a truly memorable experience for you as well as your supporters. Our courses are some of the most beautiful in Europe, taking in areas of outstanding beauty and significant historical interest. We want you to soak up the atmosphere, see the sights and make the castle grounds and the stunning

surrounding countryside your playground for the day.The castle, pubs, hoteliers, B&B owners, school children and locals are all ready to help you have a great experience. Whether it be in the preparation before the race, enjoying your weekend in the surrounding area or helping your supporters be in the right place at the right time to cheer you on during your race, everyone is here to ensure you have a fantastic weekend.

This guide aims to provide you with more details about key aspects of the event to help you and your fellow supporters prepare for and get the most out of the big day.

I have no doubt you will have a memorable race day and look forward to welcoming you at the castle venue over the weekend of racing.

Brian AdcockRace DirectorThe Castle Triathlon Series

Welcome to the Castle Triathlon Series

Pre-event preparation

You have now signed up for your race and we are looking forward to welcoming you to the event!

What will you hear from us?• We will be in touch with 3, 2 and 1 month

emails before the event with preparation information.

• 2 weeks before the event, full race details are uploaded onto the specific castle information page of our website.

• Wave start times will be sent out via email two weeks prior to the race.• Water temp/wetsuit/weather updates via text

message are sent shortly before your race.

Equipment• Ensure that you either have a wetsuit

or have a rental/purchase of one lined up – please see our hiring page here. We are offering an exclusive wetsuit hire service that gives you the chance to try out premium kit at good value.

• Adults; road/hybrid bike is recommended, however mountain

or cyclo-cross bikes can be used.• 8-15 year old races: we strongly

recommend mountain or cyclo-cross bikes. Please service and carry out safety checks on all bikes.

• We also have bike hire options available, see our equipment page here for more information.

Accommodation and travel• Camping is available at most of the

venues (this can be added to your booking at a later date).

• We have a comprehensive list of alternative accommodation please see here.

• There are specific directions on how to get to the Castle on our website.

Fundraising• If you would like to fundraise and

are looking for a charity to support, we support a number of local and national charities.

Draft Legal Racing If you have entered a draft legal race

(only available at certain venues) please ensure your bike conforms with the Draft Legal Guidelines laid down by your national governing body.

Training We offer training plans and training

days. We would recommend training in preparation for any event, but how much you do, and how you do it is down to you.

You might find it helpful to sign up for a triathlon training package with our partner thetrilife.com who provide you with a bespoke plan and emails answering any of your questions.

Please look at our website for details of training days at our castle venues.

The key thing is to be comfortable cycling on an open road and if possible we would recommend a practice swim in the open water with your wetsuit on before the event.

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We usually advise competitors to wear wetsuits – however they are only compulsory if the water is less than 14°C

Please ensure you arrive at registration at least an hour and a half before the start of your race.

Competitors only are allowed in the transition area, apart from in the 8 - 10yrs where a parent or guardian will be permitted.

Registration

Our staff at registration will provide you with your race pack and will body mark you.

You will receive a race pack that contains;

• An individual race number that is worn during the cycle and the run.

• Three numbered labels for your equipment.• A coloured swim hat (the colour relates to

the wave that you are in).• A timing chip device to be worn around

your left ankle - this must be worn throughout all 3 disciplines and will need

to be handed in at the finish line. • Children will get a wristband to be worn

during their race to help marshals direct them on the cycle and run.

At the Irish and French events, Day Membership must be purchased in advance online. Multisport Competitors, depending on race type, will have variations to their race pack content (eg no swim hat if doing a duathlon)

All participants are required to either produce a valid National Governing Body Membership License or purchase a Day Membership on race day.

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vital to Landlord’s depth and delicate balance of flavour. It’s also a type of barley that’s notoriously hard to grow, and our exacting specification makes it even more di cult. Which makes it a costly ingredient and a real challenge even for experienced farmers. Luckily we can o­er some liquid therapy.

Relay teams

How does the relay work?For each distance there is the option to enter as a relay team. Either in a group of two (one of the team will do two disciplines), or a group of three (where you do a discipline each).

These teams can be all male, all female or a mixed team. There is no specification on ages (of course children/junior relay participants must be of an age that falls in line with their race category) or abilities within the teams.

RegistrationAt registration, ideally the whole relay team arrives together for body marking and receiving the race pack. If this is not possible, one team member can pick up the race pack for the other (the relay team will be registered under the person who made the booking).

However the other relay members will still need to go via registration once they arrive.

Chip timingThe chip, (attached to a strap) given out at registration, to be worn on the left ankle, acts as a relay baton and must be passed between team members in transition, for the next part of the race.

All relay team members must attend the briefing at the swim start before the race.

Race number Within your race pack, you will be given two separate

numbers - the cyclist is to wear one on their back, and the runner is to wear the other on their front. The swimmer is not required to wear a race number.

Relay teams can enter the adults or children’s races but not mixed together. Where the swim, bike and run legs

are completed by different team members

YOUR NUTRITION GUIDE

Fuelling a triathlon

Carbohydrate is your high-energy fuel for endurance events. It will help you go faster and further. Unfortunately, you only have a limited amount stored in your body and it’s depleted after less than two hours of swimming, cycling or running. Carbohydrate re-fuelling will substantially extend your endurance by providing the extra energy you need. You’ll enjoy your event more and feel stronger, particularly later on. You can consume energy bars, gels and drinks for carbohydrate.

Staying hydrated

You lose fluids and electrolytes when you sweat. If you don’t replace these, then you become dehydrated which can negatively affect your performance. Sport drinks like ZERO and Energy Drink contain electrolytes to enhance the absorption of water and help you to re-hydrate.

Good to know

The following guidelines are based on the latest science and real world feedback from thousands of athletes to help you perform better and enjoy your race more. Research shows that by simply following these guidelines on the day of an event, athletes were able to race 9% faster1. This was compared to their existing brand of nutrition consumed as normal2.

Getting your nutrition right can make all the difference to getting across the finish line and having fun. HIGH5 is the on course sports nutrition for the Castle Triathlon Series so here’s a guide to help you plan your nutrition strategy for the race.

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An ideal pre-race breakfast is light and high in carbohydrates with a little bit of protein too. Porridge, toast and rice pudding are good options for carbohydrate. A poached egg or omelette would be a good source of protein.

CAFFEINE BEFORE THE SWIM

Caffeine gives you both a physical and mental boost. When taking part in tough sport events like a triathlon, it helps to increase your endurance performance.

The scientific research has shown an effective dose is 3mg caffeine per kg bodyweight for increased endurance performance. Below you can see how much caffeine3 you need to take depending on your body weight and an example of what you could take to get there.

Bodyweight Amount & source of caffeine

50kg 150mg 550ml Energy Drink Caffeine Hit

60kg 180mg 650ml Energy Drink Caffeine Hit

70kg 210mg 750ml Energy Drink Caffeine Hit

80kg 240mg 500ml Energy Drink Caffeine Hit+ 1x Energy Gel Aqua Caffeine Hit

90kg 270mg 750ml Energy Drink Caffeine Hit+ 2x Gel Caffeine)

In an Olympic distance triathlon, the pro tip from #HIGH5fuelled Vicky Holland is to take caffeine at the start before the swim so that you can benefit from it for the whole race. Take this around 60 minutes before the swim start.

DRINKING ON THE BIKE

An Olympic distance triathlon is often won or lost in terms of nutrition during the ride. Start to drink and eat as soon as you have settled down into your rhythm after transition to keep your stores topped up. You might not feel it straight away but it will make a difference later on.

If the weather is cool and you drink less, your carbohydrate intake will be less and you will need to boost it with gel or bars. If you drink the following amounts of Energy Drink each hour, you can take the number of gels or bars show.

800ml Energy Drink per hour:No gel750ml Energy Drink per hour:1 x gel sachet or 1/2x Energy Bar per hour400ml Energy Drink per hour:2 x gel sachets or 1x Energy Bar per hour

DURING THE RUN

When running, it’s easiest to get your carbohydrate energy from gel. You can take up to three sachets of Energy Gel per hour. This will give you around 60g of carbohydrate.

WHEN YOU FINISH

When we exercise our muscles become energy depleted and break down. In a tough triathlon, you really push your body to the limit so expect soreness and stiffness afterwards. Consuming protein and carbohydrate as soon as you can afterwards to help replenish your muscle energy stores and kick start the recovery process.

Drink 400ml Recovery Drink as soon as you finish. This contains a unique blend of whey protein isolate and carbohydrates. It gives you the time to have a shower and relax a bit before eating a balanced meal one to two hours later.

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ENERGY DRINK• 2:1 Fructose and electrolyte

sports drink• For endurance performance

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ZERO• Zero sugar electrolyte sports drink• For hydration

ENERGY GEL• Use for an instant energy boost• Real fruit juice for a light

refreshing taste

ENERGY BAR• Simple and complex carbs from

fruits and grains• Natural energy bar

On the day

• On the day at registration you will need to arrive approximately 1.5 hours before your wave start time.

• You will be given a number that will be body-marked on you and a

corresponding race pack.

• Numbered labels must be placed on your bike and helmet before you enter the transition area.

• When entering transition your helmet, bike bar ends and bike brakes will be checked and then you will be shown to your designated transition “spot”.

• Please ensure that you name your wetsuit and keep all your marked belongings together – as all the wetsuits look the same it’s very easy

to pick up the wrong one!

• Once you have racked your bike, you need to make your way to the

swim start. Ensure you leave time for the briefing – 15 minutes before your wave time by the Race Director. All members of the relay team need to attend the briefing.

In the week before the race itself you will receive (by email) your wave time and race day information for your specific race.

(Please note we do not send anything out by post).

Race day check-list Nutrition and liquids Wetsuit and goggles Race belt Towel Bike helmet, pump and Repair kit Shoes for bike/run

Clothing for run/bike Warm clothing for after race Cash Triathlon membership licence

Or cash for one day licence

Always have your cycling helmet on and fastened before you remove your bike from the racking in transition.

Transition tips

Please ensure that your numbered labels (in your race pack) are attached before entering the transition area.

The transition team will check your bike helmet, bike bar ends and your bike brakes before you will be allowed to rack up.

allowed in transition. A small soft-sided bag such as a rucksack may be allowed to remain in transition, though it must not impede the progress of another competitor. There is a bag drop available in or adjacent to the transition area.

You will not be able to leave transition with your equipment at any point unless the number on you and your bike matches.

Race bag/Bag drop Space is limited in transition. Under

governing body rules, boxes are not

Transition tips

After you have been through registration, head for transition and the athlete prep zone. Here you will be able to drop a bag in our bag drop facility, go to the toilet and change. The team will then guide you to your transition spot.

1. Be organised When setting up transition, only take the

essentials in with you. Anything you know you won’t need, leave with family & friends or at home. This will help you get in and out of transition quicker with minimal fuss and stress!

2. Visualise Transition can often be a busy and sometimes

a confusing place on race morning. Make sure you know your swim exit, bike out & in and run out to help gain those precious seconds!

3. Practice! A great way to save easy seconds and even

minutes of your time is in transition. Practice jumping on and off your bike, mounting and

dismounting with your shoes already clipped in (very much an ITU style mount/dismount and probably for the more experienced). You can try and use elastic bands to keep your shoes in a horizontal position to make this easy. Practice running up to your kit and how you are going to put your sunglasses, helmet and shoes on quickly. What’s the best set up for you? For example, my sunglasses go inside my helmet, with the arms open so they can be put on straight away and then my helmet over the top.

4. Walk through transition Familiarise yourself with the path you will take

from swim to bike and out, and then from bike to run. Look out for something visual near

where you bike and kit is set up, so that it’s easy to spot when you are running to your bike. For example, is there a tree that stands out?

Or count the number of fences, or is there an advertising sign near by that you can easily identify?

5. Talcum Powder is a triathlete’s best friend Use it sparingly in your bike & run shoes to help

slip your feet in easier & reduce the chance of mid-race rubbing.

6. Setup your bike Make sure your bike is set up in the right

gear to start your race. If you have a hill out of transition you probably want to start in an easier gear, so you are not struggling in the first few meters of the race when you try to pedal.

You will receive a chip-timing device which will be the same as your race number for the duration of the race. This must be put on your left ankle before you start. You must hand this to a marshal at the finish line.

Please note that it is your responsibility to wear your timing device and we cannot be held responsible for any losses. There is a charge for lost devices.

Please make sure your chip is handed in to our triathlon crew at the exit of the finish line area.

If for any reason it is lost, or comes off your ankle during your race - please let the timing company know.

Results You can find your results by going to

the results tent in the event village. Alternatively results can be found on our website on the evening of the event.

If you have given us your mobile number during your online registration you will receive a text with your results soon after your race.

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Swimming checklist• Wetsuit• Goggles• Towel• The Castle Tri team will provide

you with a swimming hat on the day

We recommend you try swimming in a wetsuit before your race if you can

The swim course

Either a short sleeved or long sleeved wetsuit is fine for both adults and juniors

All our events provide a stunning open water swim opportunity in unique Castle lakes. Wetsuits will always be advisable, but sometimes compulsory depending on the temperature.

A wetsuit will not only keep you warm, but it may help you swim faster as it provides you with extra buoyancy.

For the dedicated triathlete, Zone 3 offer a stunning range which you can see here. Swimmers will be electronically counted into and out of the water for additional safety.

Top Swimming Tips from Zone 3

• Choose your environment Swim in safe and controlled environments such

as warm shallow pools which are supervised by lifeguards, or in supervised swims at your local lake or swimming pond. Training with a friend will also help to keep motivated through your swim sessions.

• Make use of training aids Using training aids is a great way to mix up your

sessions, as well as to target specific areas of your swim. For example, if you need to work on your arm technique, try using a pull buoy to isolate your legs so you can really concentrate on getting your stroke right.

• Breathing right Before you go swimming, do some deep

breathing – especially if you’ve had a particularly stressful day. You work better in the water when you’re more relaxed

• The right gear Ensure you are prepared with the right kit for

your race, practice with these items and ensure you are comfortable with everything. It may seem obvious but don’t wait to try out any new kit at the race itself!

On the day

• Confidence is key If you’re not a confident swimmer or this is your

first triathlon it’s a good idea to start at the back of the pack for the swim start. This will allow you to ease into your rhythm and avoid the mayhem of the swim start.

• Putting training into practice If you’ve done all the training and know you can

swim the distance, but something goes wrong on the day, try swimming a bit of breaststroke to help you catch your breath a bit, or increase your bilateral breathing so that you swim three strokes then take a breath, swim one stroke and take a breath and repeat.

If you are dipping your toe in the triathlon or multisport water, you may prefer to hire, see here for more details including monthly and season Zone 3 wetsuit hire and purchase.

Swim length Wetsuit forbidden above

Mandatory below*

Up to 1500m 22°C 14°C1501 – 3000m 23°C 15°C3001 – 4000m 24°C 16°C

*when mandatory, the wetsuit must cover at least the torso

See your specific castle venue page for all swim maps.

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The cycle course

Cycle checklist• Race belt• Bike• Cycle helmet• Cycle repair kit • Cycle shoes • Bottled drink• Bike pump• Trisuit/clothing• Socks• Sunglasses• Gloves• Visor/hat

On your way out to the cycle, please make sure you fastened your helmet before you take your bike off the rack. Similarly when you return, please rack your bike before you unfasten your helmet.

Draft Legal Racing If you have signed up for a draft legal

race then please see the respective governing body’s page with regard to bike set up.

• Please wear your race number (given to you in registration) on your back for this section of the race. This is easy to do with a race belt, but if you choose to use safety pins then please pin the number to your back.

• All cyclists must wear a cycle helmet

(British/Irish Safety Standard) and will not be able to leave transition without one properly fastened.

• There will be water provided on the bike course, but we recommend you also take a drink with you.

Drafting is NOT allowed at any point and will be enforced by both marshals and the motorcycle referees out on the cycle course.

Any littering on the bike course will result in a disqualification.

See your respective castle venue web page for all cycle maps.

The adult course goes out on to the open road, which is professionally marshalled. For all the routes, we would recommend either a road bike, or a hybrid. The junior courses are within the Castle estate boundary and courses vary. Please see specific castle cycle maps on respective pages of the website for recommendations.

The run course

Both the adult and junior run courses are within the Castle estate and terrain varies. Although road running shoes are adequate, adults may want to wear trail shoes as much of the run routes are off road (this can depend on the venue and weather, so please also see our website for more information).

Run checklist• Race belt• Running shoes• Trisuit/clothing• Socks• Sunglasses• Visor/hat

Please wear your race number (given to you in registration) on your front for this section of the race. This is easy to do with a race belt, but if you choose to use safety pins then please pin the number to your front.

See your specific castle venue webpage for all run maps.

Multisport

There is life after triathlon. Our extensive multi-sport programme offers equally stunning races for those not wishing to take on all three disciplines at one go!

We offer Aquabike (swim/ cycle), Aquathlon (swim/ run), Duathlon (run/ bike/ run), Swim only and Run only races.

All distances are shown below but in terms of split on the different days we do the Swim onlys and sprint Aquabike/ Aquathlon/ Duathlon variants on the Saturday.

On the Sunday we do the Run onlys and Standard Distance variants of the Aquabike/ Aquathlon and Duathlon.

The Distances

So if you are injured and can’t run, a non-swimmer or hate biking because it hurts then there is a race for you.

Same start line, finish line, transition area (if required) superb course and athlete care as the triathletes and all over the same courses and on the same weekend!

All swim routes are subject to change due to local water conditions. All are well marked and will be thoroughly briefed before the start of your race.

Look for your cycle map in the

respective castle section of the website.

Look for your run maps in the

respective castle section of the website. Please note that all multisport sprint distances will do two laps of the 2.5km circuit at their respective castle to complete their 5K leg.

Swim Onlys 1 mile, 2.5km & 5km

Run Onlys 10k and ½ Marathon

Duathlon Sprint 5k run, 20k cycle, 2.5k run Duathlon Standard 10k run, 40k cycle, 5k run

Aquabike Sprint 750m swim, 20km cycle Aquabike Standard 1500m swim, 40km cycle

Aquathlon Sprint 750m swim, 5km run Aquathlon Standard 1500m swim, 10 km run

*NB. All distances subject to minor local variations at each castle.

The Rules

In the UK, Triathlon Ireland or the French Federation de Triathlon.

Penalties will be issued to all competitors who are caught drafting. In Olympic distance and sprint events, the gap between the front wheel of the leading bike, to the front wheel of the following bike should be 10 metres – if overtaking a competitor, you have 20 seconds to pass through their draft zone. In the Gauntlet event, the gap is 12 metres and the time allowed to pass through is 25 seconds.

There is a team of cycle support representatives on the road.

Please stop if you see an injured fellow competitor and find help from the nearest marshal, and report their race number, location and nature of injury. We know it is a race but your safety and that of your fellow competitors comes first.

Competitors must not drop litter out on the course. If caught littering you will be disqualified. Bins will be provided on the course, and in and around transition.

It is the responsibility of all competitors to read these notes, understand the rules laid out on our website and listen to the briefings given on the day of the race.

KNOW THE RULESAll the below are taken from the British Triathlon Competition Rules, available to download from the British Triathlon website.

Available to download from www.britishtriathlon.org

Know the Course 2.1RULE

Make sure you know which route to take – check out course maps and if it’s unclear, ask the Event Organiser before race day. Marshals are there to ensure the safety of the event, not just to point you in the right direction!

Race Numbers 2.9RULE

During the cycle stage, race numbers must be visible from the back; during the run stage, race numbers must be visible from the front. Race numbers do not need to be worn during the swim segment. Take care not to fold or damage your number!

Littering2.1RULE

All litter must be placed in bins or elsewhere specified by the Event Organiser – keep hold of it until you can dispose properly.

Racing Conduct RULE

2.1RULE

Everyone involved in your race is there to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience, so we ask that you respect your fellow competitors and treat all Technical O�cials, Event Organisers, volunteers and spectators with courtesy. Any abuse towards these people will not be tolerated.

DraftingIn standard distance and shorter events, the gap between the front wheel of the leading bike, to the front wheel of the following bike should be 10 metres – if overtaking a competitor, you have 20 seconds to pass through their draft zone.

In middle and long distance events, the gap is 12 metres and the time allowed to pass through is 25 seconds.

5.5RULE

Competitors must keep their distance from the cyclist in front of them, so as not to gain an advantage.

Transition7.1RULE

Competitors should only bring into transition what is needed – a small bag can remain but large, bulky boxes are to be taken out of transition whilst the race is live.

Illegal Equipment 4.10|5.2|6.4RULES

Certain items are banned during the race – this includes MP3 players, mobile phones and personal video recording devices. Leave these outside transition.

Helmets5.2RULE

Helmets must be clipped before the bike is touched, and remain done up until the bike is racked after the cycle stage.

This document does not feature all rules regarding drafting. A full set of rules can be found at www.britishtriathlon.org - This document is for guidance purposes only.

DRAFTING RULES EXPLAINEDAll the below are taken from the British Triathlon Competition Rules, available to download from the British Triathlon website.

Motorcycle Officials do not have to provide a warning about drafting for safety reasons.

Taking shelter behind another competitor or motor vehicle during the bike phase to gain a competitive advantage.

You must remain 12 metres behind motorcycles and 35 metres behind other vehicles to prevent drafting.

WHAT IS DRAFTING?

DRAFTING & NOT DRAFTING

THE DRAFTING ZONE

SPRINT & STANDARD MIDDLE & LONG

WIDTH OF THE CARRIAGEWAY

DISTANCES

METRES METRES10 12

MAKING A PASS

OTHER VEHICLES

You may enter the draft zone to make a pass within the time allowed.

If the pass cannot be made you must drop back. Any overtaken cyclist must drop back once passed.

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SLEAD BIKE� DRAFTING BIKE � NOT DRAFTING

� BLOCKING You must keep to the left hand side of the course and not block another competitor trying to pass you.

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PENALTIES 1st Offence 2nd Offence 3rd Offence

SPRINT 1 MIN PENALTY DISQUALIFICATION N/A

STANDARD 2 MINS PENALTY DISQUALIFICATION N/A

MIDDLE / LONG 5 MINS PENALTY 5 MINS PENALTY DISQUALIFICATION

Children in the 8-10 years race are allowed one adult in the ‘Transition’ area

Junior Triathlon

We offer races for 7* – 15 year olds at five stunning castles in a unique setting where all ages and levels can race together in a safe and friendly environment with a festival atmosphere.

* 7 year olds must be 8 by 31st December

There are plenty of opportunities to cheer on your

friends/family around the course!

Currently there are very few events where kids, teens, and adults are able to participate on the same day and over the same terrain. The weekend events are perfect for children and teens joining their parents or groups of friends (showing their parents up!) and also for schools, sports groups and junior triathlon clubs.

Safety notice All children, will receive a thorough race briefing fifteen

minutes before their wave time. Parents can accompany the children to this briefing and we would ask that it is kept as quiet as possible to allow everyone to hear and children to ask any questions.

The swim will include boat safety as well as swimmers in the water with big floats accompanying each wave. If at any time the children wish to rest they will be able to with no impact on their end race result.

Both the bike and run course on the castle grounds will be heavily marshalled, and will not be on open roads

with traffic.

So that we don’t have too much congestion at registration, we ask for only one adult per child to go through registration. Please arrive at Registration 1 hour before

your designated wave time.

Please visit our junior tri page for further information and helpful tips.

Physiotherapy. Straight up. Physio, massage, machine-based Pilates, plus a range of specialist services.

Find us in the event village –Free post race massage

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After your race

Photography Our official photographers are sure

to capture some great shots of you throughout the course. Make sure your race number is visible - that’s how our photographers gather all your images.

Merchandise Buy your race momento with our

official Castle Triathlon Series Merchandise – visit our online store or come to the merchandise stall

on site.

R&R It’s now time to enjoy a well-earned

rest; entertainment in the event village; a hearty meal and why not have a sports massage from our physio partner.

Timings It will be possible to get your split

timings from the results tent, located in the event village. We will also upload all timings the night of the race and email you a link to the official timing results the day after your race. If you have given us your mobile number you will also receive a results text.

Personalise Your Medal To personalise your medal, you can

order an insert with your name and timings of the day.

Podium position At each event we have a Prize

Giving Ceremony where you could be the lucky one to have your moment on the podium.

These ceremonies take place on the main stage. See website for different prize categories.

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FrequentlyAsked Questions

01. Can I bring spectators to the

event? Yes, spectators are very welcome to

each castle (please see our website for details on spectator fees).

02. Are there toilets available for competitors?

Yes, there are plenty of toilets available at each castle for spectators and competitors; these are normally situated by registration/transition.

03. Can I compete in the same wave

as friends/family? Yes, there is an option to create a

‘unique code’ that can be put in during the registration process. If you have already registered and haven’t done this, log in to ‘my events’ in Active (click here to do so) and add in your unique code.

04. If I am injured can I just complete

one or two of the disciplines rather than the whole race?

Yes, you are very welcome to do the disciplines you are comfortable with

(e.g just the cycle and run). Obviously this will make you ineligible for prizes but you are welcome to complete your race like this.

05. Can I change distance once I

have booked? Yes, if you make your booking

and then decide to change your race distance, you can contact the office to arrange this (support@castletriathlonseries.co.uk). Please note: if you drop down to a shorter distance, we cannot refund the difference, and if you upgrade to a longer distance the difference will need to be paid.

06. Can I hire a bike or wetsuit? Yes, we do offer bike and wetsuit

hire, please see our Equipment page here.

07. Can I bring dogs into the Castle

grounds? Yes, as long as they are well behaved

and on a lead. At all venues apart from Chantilly and Lough Cutra Castle (don’t forget your poop bag!)

08. I can no longer compete; can I get a refund for my race? This depends on when you booked

your race. See our T&C’s. Please email the office on support@castletriathlonseries.co.uk.

09. If I bring spectators will there be

much for them to do while I’m racing?

We pride ourselves on offering plenty of activities for spectators along with access to the Castle grounds. The event village offers a festival atmosphere with plenty of places to watch those racing.

10. How do I find out about the water

temperature for race day? The water temperature will be taken

two weeks, 48hrs and 24hrs prior to the race. In the online registration process we ask for your mobile phone number so we can text all participants this information via our Bulk SMS text. This is a free service. This will also be available on the website on the race info page.

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LOUGH CUTRA CASTLE25/26 May 2019

CASTLE HOWARD 20/21 July 2019

CHOLMONDELEY CASTLE 22/23 June 2019

CHÂTEAU DE CHANTILLY 24/25 August 2019

FESTIVAL OF ENDURANCE HEVER CASTLE 7 July 2019

HEVER CASTLE28/29 September 2019

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Best of luck and look forward to seeing you soon!

We hope that this competitor guide has answered any questions that you may have had, but please don’t hesitate to contact the office if you have any

further questions.

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