WEEKENDWARRIOR

Blenheim Palace Weekend Warrior

June 6-7, 2026REGISTER

WEEKEND WARRIOR

Race Info

How many triathlons can you conquer in one weekend?

Push your limits with our Weekend Warrior category – the ultimate test of endurance and determination. Complete as many back-to-back triathlons as you can across the weekend and earn serious bragging rights. Whether you're chasing a personal best or just out to prove what you're made of, this is your chance to go all in.

Through the Oxfordshire Estate

Swim: Swim in the stunning Queen Pool at Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Oxfordshire. Course maps are subject to change. Final routes will be confirmed closer to race day.

The Weekend Warrior Experience

Weekend Warrior is the full triathlon experience at a distance that fits your life. You're not training 15 hours a week. You're fitting sessions around work, family, and everything else. This distance respects your time while delivering a real triathlon challenge.

The swim is in the Great Lake. The bike takes you through Cotswolds countryside. The run finishes at the palace. Every moment is designed for athletes who want the experience without the extreme commitment.

After you finish, the palace grounds are yours. Festival atmosphere. Food. Celebration. The kind of race day that makes you want to come back every year.

RACE AS A WEEKEND WARRIOR

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FAQs

The lake at Blenheim Palace in early June typically runs 60-66°F. Wetsuits are strongly recommended and permitted at these temperatures.

Weekend Warrior is a slightly longer distance than SuperSprint, designed for athletes who train regularly but casually. The distance sits between SuperSprint and Sprint, offering a real challenge without requiring dedicated training blocks.

No. Any road-worthy bike is welcome. Road bikes, hybrid bikes, and mountain bikes are all permitted. Your bike must comply with British Triathlon rules.

The bike course has rolling terrain through the Cotswolds and palace grounds. The hills are manageable for all fitness levels.

Yes. Relay teams of two or three can split the swim, bike, and run between team members. This is a popular option for corporate teams, families, and groups of friends who want to share the Blenheim experience.

Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Winston Churchill. You race through the palace grounds, past the Great Lake, and finish in front of the palace itself. No other triathlon in the world offers this setting.