BTA Licenses
All competitors must produce their race licenses at registration, along with another form of I.D. If you forget your license you will have to pay the £3 levy.

BTA Rules
It is recommended that you read the BTA rules and regulations that will be applied to the race.

Prize Breakdown
Prizes are for both  Men and Women. Only one prize per competitor. A full breakdown of the prize money and trophies will be provided shortly before the event.

Registration
Registration will take place in a white marquee next to the transition area at the following times: -
Registration: Saturday 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Bike Racking: NO BIKE RACKING

Registration: Sunday 5:15am to 7:00am
Bike Racking: Sunday 5:15am to 7:00am (with helmets)
Security will be in place at 5:15am

Registration procedure: On arrival go to registration with your BTA license (if you have one), the start sheets will be in surname order so go to your relevant labelled queue. Sign up and collect your race numbers, bike numbers and swim cap e.t.c You then need to get your body marked with your number and then proceed to the bike racking area to rack your bike making sure you attach your bike label to your bike.

Car Parking/ Camping
The park has ample car parking from which you can walk or ride to the transition area.  Camping is also available which again is all within the grounds of the park. You can see the full park details on the web link above or give them a call on 01234 711575.

Bike Racking
All bikes are to be racked on Sunday morning from 5:15am to 7:00am. All bikes are to be racked with your helmet attached. Security in racking area will be present from 5:15am. The racking is numbered. Your bike should be racked on your race number making sure it matches your bike number.  You will not be permitted to remove your bike from Transition until the last cyclist has finished the cycle leg.

Bike Care
It is your responsibility to make sure your bike is roadworthy and in good condition. As well as endangering yourself you will be endangering others if your bike is not in good working order.

Identification
You will be issued with 2 body numbers which must be clearly visible on your front and back at all times. You will also be issued with a bike number which should be attached to your bike. You will also be body marked with a pen.  Number belts are allowed, all we ask it that we can see your number at the timing points as a backup to the electronic system.

Timing
This year we are having Race Timing Systems do computerised timing via an electronic chip system that you attach to your ankle. Please attach the chip to your ankle and make sure your run over the mats at the various timing points. Make sure the chip is under your wetsuit!

Transition Rules
Security will always be present in the transition area. Only competitors wearing their I.D. will be allowed in this area. You must rack your bike in the numbered position. No riding is allowed in the transition area. You can start riding once you have exited the transition area. Your helmet must be fastened on your head at all times whilst you are on your bike or running with your bike through transition.

Start Times
See top of page.

Race Briefing
The race briefing will take place 5 minutes before the start of each wave at the swim start area.

Presentation
The presentation will take place next to the transition area after all competitors have finished and had a chance to get changed.

Massage
Body Limits will have a massage table set up and for a nominal fee you can have a professional massage.