Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Swan Pool is a large lake which Sandwell Aquatics use regularly for both our Adult and children’s Open Water training. Once away from the shore the lake is very deep and cannot be stood up in.  There will be "Safety Crew Swimmers" swimming in the water near the swimmers as well as others in rescue craft, if any swimmers find they need a rest or assistance they will be close by.  We take safety very seriously and as such require every competitor to attend a short warm up briefing just before entering the water. The entry exit jetty is a ideal place to acclimatise, splash water over your face.  Once the starter says you can get into the water there will only be a short time to reach the start line (15mtr away) before the race begins in order not to leave swimmers treading water for long.  Assistance will be given to anyone who needs it.  If you are not a particularly strong swimmer, we recommend you start at the side or rear of the pack. Wet suits are not expected to be compulsory (although recommended) unless temperature on the day falls into BTF compulsory ruling, shortie wetsuits are acceptable. Tri-Starts begin from Jetty.

Format for day

Arrive/park in Lake car park at Sandwell Valley. (B71 3SZ) Park Lane/Forge Lane

Register at Registration 1^st,  field to right of path to lake (only 30mtrs away). 

Put running shoes/towel into Transition at your stated time and attend briefing opposite at 10.30am.

Get timing chip fitted and be at lake entry at least 15 minutes before race start time.

Have an enjoyable race

Presentation at finish area soon after everyone has finished and results confirmed. 

There are portable toilets, but no changing facilities.

SANDWELL AQUATHLON 2026

Incorporating

"Sandwell Junior Aquathlon 2026"

8yrs, 9-14yrs, which is part of "The 2026 West Midlands Childrens Series" and 15-16yrs Youths

"Sandwell Adult 400m/4Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 400m Swim 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run!

"Sandwell Adult 750m/5Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 750m Swim & Transition 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run

"Sandwell Scootathlon 2026" 

for 2-7yrs old Siblings

 This Aquathlon consists of an Open Water lake swim followed by a paved run within a park

 IMPORTANT! 

Your race age is as you will be on 31 December 2026, not age on race    day                         

We will consider relay teams participation if all in same age category

You may choose to only complete the swim finishing at Transition area if you wish

Entry fee:

Early bird discount applies until 11th June;

TSS (8yrs) £11.00 Early bird, then £13.00 until closing on 6^th July

TS1-youth (9-16yrs) £17 Early bird, then £22 until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m/4km £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m/5km £22, then £29 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m swim £17, then £22 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m swim £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July Adult 750m

Scootathon (2-7yrs) £2, until closing on 6^th July

No registration admin fee.

If not a BTF member you will be charged; £2 if 8yrs to 25yrs and £8 otherwise for a British Triathlon "Race Pass".

Don't delay enter early for less.

Withdrawal:  

SA Tri operate a full refund (excluding Entry Central admin charge) to competitors who withdraw from competitions prior to one Calendar Month before race day.

Also; to competitors who inform the Event Organiser (email or text) after this date but prior to Entries Closing. We will consider deferring their entry to the following years Event at no extra cost (excluding day licences).

Basic Information

Name: Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Date: Saturday 11th July 2026

Place: Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Parking:  by registration & T1, Swan Pool, Park Lane/Forge Lane, Sandwell Valley, B71 3SX. additional parking a few minutes away at Forge Mill car park also on Forge Lane.

Registration:  Field top of path by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Registration  Open:  9.00am to 10.30am

Transition area:  car park by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley (9.00-11.00) then a rolling entry

Main Briefing: 10.30am by registration

Tri suits, swim hat, timing chip: get on 15 minutes before your start time

Lakeside Briefing:  at Lake entry 5 minutes before your start

1^st swimmers start:  in waves at approx. 11am Swan Pool

Finish Line:  same small field as registration, near lake entry/exit

Changing facilities/toilets:  portable toilets near transition, no changing facilities

Swim hats:  compulsory, competitors to provide, or can purchase event hats from registration.

Wetsuits: recommended, not expected to be compulsory, depends upon water temperature, shortie suits are permitted. (see BTF rules)

Transition: after completing your swim and exiting lake, you make your way down the pathway to the barriered off transition area within the carpark, where you remove swim goggles, swim hat and wetsuit (if wearing), remove your race number from your bag (either attached to a T-shirt or race belt) and put on. Place removed items into the bag and hand into marshal as you leave the transition exit as you begin the run segment.

Chip timing: yes

Scootathlon go first, then Youths, TS3, TS2, TS1, TSS, Adults 750m, Adults 400m

Preliminary race results will be posted on www.stuweb.co.uk/results

Official race results will be posted a few days later on www.britishtriathlon.org/events/results

as well as being emailed out to competitors.

Please note all times stated are approx. at this stage and depend on the amount of entries from each category.  If you would like to participate in a free training session with us “Sandwell Aquatics” contact our Tri Rep at “sandwellaquaticstriathlon@gmail.com”

Scootathon 

Cost £2

The scootathon is the first Event of the day and takes place at the Lake entry/exit Jetty.

Two waves of 15 max.

What happens:  The first group (able to put shoes & helmet on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to their transition towel (shoes & helmet), put shoes & Helmet on (must be fastened). Grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line to collect their medal and certificate.  The second group (can't put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put these on (parents can help throughout).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel.

How to secure a place:  When doing your/child’s entry;

tick box “I will also be entering a child in Scootathon”.

Then enter the Scootathlon entrant/s in same way as for Aquathlon & Open Water Only.

Sandwell Scootathon is a Event that takes place during the Sandwell Aquathlon each year.

The purpose of the Event is to allow children who are siblings or sons/daughters of competitors to also be able to participate at the Event. So, making it an "Event for the whole family".

To make this possible, the Scootathon is Run as a "Training Event", with everyone being a winner.

For insurance reasons all participants in this training session must become members of Sandwell Aquatics for the day.

Your Event takes place at approx. 11:00am as the 1^st event of the morning: Participants Parent/Guardian register you at Registration (same as everyone else). This is where you receive your race number & pins to fix it to your clothing (upper body ie. front of T-shirt). Then optional is to have your arm/leg marking to make you feel part of the event.

What happens:  There are two groups.  The first group (able to put shoes on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to towel/shoes, put shoes on, grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line. The second group (can’t put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put shoes on (parents can help throughout if required).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel, smile.

Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Swan Pool is a large lake which Sandwell Aquatics use regularly for both our Adult and children’s Open Water training. Once away from the shore the lake is very deep and cannot be stood up in.  There will be "Safety Crew Swimmers" swimming in the water near the swimmers as well as others in rescue craft, if any swimmers find they need a rest or assistance they will be close by.  We take safety very seriously and as such require every competitor to attend a short warm up briefing just before entering the water. The entry exit jetty is a ideal place to acclimatise, splash water over your face.  Once the starter says you can get into the water there will only be a short time to reach the start line (15mtr away) before the race begins in order not to leave swimmers treading water for long.  Assistance will be given to anyone who needs it.  If you are not a particularly strong swimmer, we recommend you start at the side or rear of the pack. Wet suits are not expected to be compulsory (although recommended) unless temperature on the day falls into BTF compulsory ruling, shortie wetsuits are acceptable. Tri-Starts begin from Jetty.

Format for day

Arrive/park in Lake car park at Sandwell Valley. (B71 3SZ) Park Lane/Forge Lane

Register at Registration 1^st,  field to right of path to lake (only 30mtrs away). 

Put running shoes/towel into Transition at your stated time and attend briefing opposite at 10.30am.

Get timing chip fitted and be at lake entry at least 15 minutes before race start time.

Have an enjoyable race

Presentation at finish area soon after everyone has finished and results confirmed. 

There are portable toilets, but no changing facilities.

SANDWELL AQUATHLON 2026

Incorporating

"Sandwell Junior Aquathlon 2026"

8yrs, 9-14yrs, which is part of "The 2026 West Midlands Childrens Series" and 15-16yrs Youths

"Sandwell Adult 400m/4Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 400m Swim 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run!

"Sandwell Adult 750m/5Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 750m Swim & Transition 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run

"Sandwell Scootathlon 2026" 

for 2-7yrs old Siblings

 This Aquathlon consists of an Open Water lake swim followed by a paved run within a park

 IMPORTANT! 

Your race age is as you will be on 31 December 2026, not age on race    day                         

We will consider relay teams participation if all in same age category

You may choose to only complete the swim finishing at Transition area if you wish

Entry fee:

Early bird discount applies until 11th June;

TSS (8yrs) £11.00 Early bird, then £13.00 until closing on 6^th July

TS1-youth (9-16yrs) £17 Early bird, then £22 until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m/4km £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m/5km £22, then £29 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m swim £17, then £22 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m swim £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July Adult 750m

Scootathon (2-7yrs) £2, until closing on 6^th July

No registration admin fee.

If not a BTF member you will be charged; £2 if 8yrs to 25yrs and £8 otherwise for a British Triathlon "Race Pass".

Don't delay enter early for less.

Withdrawal:  

SA Tri operate a full refund (excluding Entry Central admin charge) to competitors who withdraw from competitions prior to one Calendar Month before race day.

Also; to competitors who inform the Event Organiser (email or text) after this date but prior to Entries Closing. We will consider deferring their entry to the following years Event at no extra cost (excluding day licences).

Basic Information

Name: Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Date: Saturday 11th July 2026

Place: Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Parking:  by registration & T1, Swan Pool, Park Lane/Forge Lane, Sandwell Valley, B71 3SX. additional parking a few minutes away at Forge Mill car park also on Forge Lane.

Registration:  Field top of path by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Registration  Open:  9.00am to 10.30am

Transition area:  car park by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley (9.00-11.00) then a rolling entry

Main Briefing: 10.30am by registration

Tri suits, swim hat, timing chip: get on 15 minutes before your start time

Lakeside Briefing:  at Lake entry 5 minutes before your start

1^st swimmers start:  in waves at approx. 11am Swan Pool

Finish Line:  same small field as registration, near lake entry/exit

Changing facilities/toilets:  portable toilets near transition, no changing facilities

Swim hats:  compulsory, competitors to provide, or can purchase event hats from registration.

Wetsuits: recommended, not expected to be compulsory, depends upon water temperature, shortie suits are permitted. (see BTF rules)

Transition: after completing your swim and exiting lake, you make your way down the pathway to the barriered off transition area within the carpark, where you remove swim goggles, swim hat and wetsuit (if wearing), remove your race number from your bag (either attached to a T-shirt or race belt) and put on. Place removed items into the bag and hand into marshal as you leave the transition exit as you begin the run segment.

Chip timing: yes

Scootathlon go first, then Youths, TS3, TS2, TS1, TSS, Adults 750m, Adults 400m

Preliminary race results will be posted on www.stuweb.co.uk/results

Official race results will be posted a few days later on www.britishtriathlon.org/events/results

as well as being emailed out to competitors.

Please note all times stated are approx. at this stage and depend on the amount of entries from each category.  If you would like to participate in a free training session with us “Sandwell Aquatics” contact our Tri Rep at “sandwellaquaticstriathlon@gmail.com”

Scootathon 

Cost £2

The scootathon is the first Event of the day and takes place at the Lake entry/exit Jetty.

Two waves of 15 max.

What happens:  The first group (able to put shoes & helmet on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to their transition towel (shoes & helmet), put shoes & Helmet on (must be fastened). Grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line to collect their medal and certificate.  The second group (can't put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put these on (parents can help throughout).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel.

How to secure a place:  When doing your/child’s entry;

tick box “I will also be entering a child in Scootathon”.

Then enter the Scootathlon entrant/s in same way as for Aquathlon & Open Water Only.

Sandwell Scootathon is a Event that takes place during the Sandwell Aquathlon each year.

The purpose of the Event is to allow children who are siblings or sons/daughters of competitors to also be able to participate at the Event. So, making it an "Event for the whole family".

To make this possible, the Scootathon is Run as a "Training Event", with everyone being a winner.

For insurance reasons all participants in this training session must become members of Sandwell Aquatics for the day.

Your Event takes place at approx. 11:00am as the 1^st event of the morning: Participants Parent/Guardian register you at Registration (same as everyone else). This is where you receive your race number & pins to fix it to your clothing (upper body ie. front of T-shirt). Then optional is to have your arm/leg marking to make you feel part of the event.

What happens:  There are two groups.  The first group (able to put shoes on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to towel/shoes, put shoes on, grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line. The second group (can’t put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put shoes on (parents can help throughout if required).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel, smile.

Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Swan Pool is a large lake which Sandwell Aquatics use regularly for both our Adult and children’s Open Water training. Once away from the shore the lake is very deep and cannot be stood up in.  There will be "Safety Crew Swimmers" swimming in the water near the swimmers as well as others in rescue craft, if any swimmers find they need a rest or assistance they will be close by.  We take safety very seriously and as such require every competitor to attend a short warm up briefing just before entering the water. The entry exit jetty is a ideal place to acclimatise, splash water over your face.  Once the starter says you can get into the water there will only be a short time to reach the start line (15mtr away) before the race begins in order not to leave swimmers treading water for long.  Assistance will be given to anyone who needs it.  If you are not a particularly strong swimmer, we recommend you start at the side or rear of the pack. Wet suits are not expected to be compulsory (although recommended) unless temperature on the day falls into BTF compulsory ruling, shortie wetsuits are acceptable. Tri-Starts begin from Jetty.

Swim Only adults finish at Transition Exit.

Format for day

Arrive/park in Lake car park at Sandwell Valley. (B71 3SZ) Park Lane/Forge Lane

Register at Registration 1^st,  field to right of path to lake (only 30mtrs away). 

Put running shoes/towel into Transition at your stated time and attend briefing opposite at 10.30am.

Get timing chip fitted and be at lake entry at least 15 minutes before race start time.

Have an enjoyable race

Presentation at finish area soon after everyone has finished and results confirmed. 

There are portable toilets, but no changing facilities.

SANDWELL AQUATHLON 2026

Incorporating

"Sandwell Junior Aquathlon 2026"

8yrs, 9-14yrs, which is part of "The 2026 West Midlands Childrens Series" and 15-16yrs Youths

"Sandwell Adult 400m/4Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 400m Swim 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run!

"Sandwell Adult 750m/5Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 750m Swim & Transition 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run

"Sandwell Scootathlon 2026" 

for 2-7yrs old Siblings

 This Aquathlon consists of an Open Water lake swim followed by a paved run within a park

 IMPORTANT! 

Your race age is as you will be on 31 December 2026, not age on race    day                         

We will consider relay teams participation if all in same age category

You may choose to only complete the swim finishing at Transition area if you wish

Entry fee:

Early bird discount applies until 11th June;

TSS (8yrs) £11.00 Early bird, then £13.00 until closing on 6^th July

TS1-youth (9-16yrs) £17 Early bird, then £22 until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m/4km £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m/5km £22, then £29 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m swim £17, then £22 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m swim £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July Adult 750m

Scootathon (2-7yrs) £2, until closing on 6^th July

No registration admin fee.

If not a BTF member you will be charged; £2 if 8yrs to 25yrs and £8 otherwise for a British Triathlon "Race Pass".

Don't delay enter early for less.

Withdrawal:  

SA Tri operate a full refund (excluding Entry Central admin charge) to competitors who withdraw from competitions prior to one Calendar Month before race day.

Also; to competitors who inform the Event Organiser (email or text) after this date but prior to Entries Closing. We will consider deferring their entry to the following years Event at no extra cost (excluding day licences).

Basic Information

Name: Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Date: Saturday 11th July 2026

Place: Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Parking:  by registration & T1, Swan Pool, Park Lane/Forge Lane, Sandwell Valley, B71 3SX. additional parking a few minutes away at Forge Mill car park also on Forge Lane.

Registration:  Field top of path by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Registration  Open:  9.00am to 10.30am

Transition area:  car park by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley (9.00-11.00) then a rolling entry

Main Briefing: 10.30am by registration

Tri suits, swim hat, timing chip: get on 15 minutes before your start time

Lakeside Briefing:  at Lake entry 5 minutes before your start

1^st swimmers start:  in waves at approx. 11am Swan Pool

Finish Line:  same small field as registration, near lake entry/exit

Changing facilities/toilets:  portable toilets near transition, no changing facilities

Swim hats:  compulsory, competitors to provide, or can purchase event hats from registration.

Wetsuits: recommended, not expected to be compulsory, depends upon water temperature, shortie suits are permitted. (see BTF rules)

Transition: after completing your swim and exiting lake, you make your way down the pathway to the barriered off transition area within the carpark, where you remove swim goggles, swim hat and wetsuit (if wearing), remove your race number from your bag (either attached to a T-shirt or race belt) and put on. Place removed items into the bag and hand into marshal as you leave the transition exit as you begin the run segment.

Chip timing: yes

Scootathlon go first, then Youths, TS3, TS2, TS1, TSS, Adults 750m, Adults 400m

Preliminary race results will be posted on www.stuweb.co.uk/results

Official race results will be posted a few days later on www.britishtriathlon.org/events/results

as well as being emailed out to competitors.

Please note all times stated are approx. at this stage and depend on the amount of entries from each category.  If you would like to participate in a free training session with us “Sandwell Aquatics” contact our Tri Rep at “sandwellaquaticstriathlon@gmail.com”

Scootathon 

Cost £2

The scootathon is the first Event of the day and takes place at the Lake entry/exit Jetty.

Two waves of 15 max.

What happens:  The first group (able to put shoes & helmet on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to their transition towel (shoes & helmet), put shoes & Helmet on (must be fastened). Grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line to collect their medal and certificate.  The second group (can't put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put these on (parents can help throughout).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel.

How to secure a place:  When doing your/child’s entry;

tick box “I will also be entering a child in Scootathon”.

Then enter the Scootathlon entrant/s in same way as for Aquathlon & Open Water Only.

Sandwell Scootathon is a Event that takes place during the Sandwell Aquathlon each year.

The purpose of the Event is to allow children who are siblings or sons/daughters of competitors to also be able to participate at the Event. So, making it an "Event for the whole family".

To make this possible, the Scootathon is Run as a "Training Event", with everyone being a winner.

For insurance reasons all participants in this training session must become members of Sandwell Aquatics for the day.

Your Event takes place at approx. 11:00am as the 1^st event of the morning: Participants Parent/Guardian register you at Registration (same as everyone else). This is where you receive your race number & pins to fix it to your clothing (upper body ie. front of T-shirt). Then optional is to have your arm/leg marking to make you feel part of the event.

What happens:  There are two groups.  The first group (able to put shoes on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to towel/shoes, put shoes on, grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line. The second group (can’t put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put shoes on (parents can help throughout if required).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel, smile.

Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Swan Pool is a large lake which Sandwell Aquatics use regularly for both our Adult and children’s Open Water training. Once away from the shore the lake is very deep and cannot be stood up in.  There will be "Safety Crew Swimmers" swimming in the water near the swimmers as well as others in rescue craft, if any swimmers find they need a rest or assistance they will be close by.  We take safety very seriously and as such require every competitor to attend a short warm up briefing just before entering the water. The entry exit jetty is a ideal place to acclimatise, splash water over your face.  Once the starter says you can get into the water there will only be a short time to reach the start line (15mtr away) before the race begins in order not to leave swimmers treading water for long.  Assistance will be given to anyone who needs it.  If you are not a particularly strong swimmer, we recommend you start at the side or rear of the pack. Wet suits are not expected to be compulsory (although recommended) unless temperature on the day falls into BTF compulsory ruling, shortie wetsuits are acceptable. Tri-Starts begin from Jetty.

Swim Only adults finish at Transition Exit.

Format for day

Arrive/park in Lake car park at Sandwell Valley. (B71 3SZ) Park Lane/Forge Lane

Register at Registration 1^st,  field to right of path to lake (only 30mtrs away). 

Put running shoes/towel into Transition at your stated time and attend briefing opposite at 10.30am.

Get timing chip fitted and be at lake entry at least 15 minutes before race start time.

Have an enjoyable race

Presentation at finish area soon after everyone has finished and results confirmed. 

There are portable toilets, but no changing facilities.

SANDWELL AQUATHLON 2026

Incorporating

"Sandwell Junior Aquathlon 2026"

8yrs, 9-14yrs, which is part of "The 2026 West Midlands Childrens Series" and 15-16yrs Youths

"Sandwell Adult 400m/4Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 400m Swim 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run!

"Sandwell Adult 750m/5Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 750m Swim & Transition 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run

"Sandwell Scootathlon 2026" 

for 2-7yrs old Siblings

 This Aquathlon consists of an Open Water lake swim followed by a paved run within a park

 IMPORTANT! 

Your race age is as you will be on 31 December 2026, not age on race    day                         

We will consider relay teams participation if all in same age category

You may choose to only complete the swim finishing at Transition area if you wish

Entry fee:

Early bird discount applies until 11th June;

TSS (8yrs) £11.00 Early bird, then £13.00 until closing on 6^th July

TS1-youth (9-16yrs) £17 Early bird, then £22 until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m/4km £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m/5km £22, then £29 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m swim £17, then £22 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m swim £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July Adult 750m

Scootathon (2-7yrs) £2, until closing on 6^th July

No registration admin fee.

If not a BTF member you will be charged; £2 if 8yrs to 25yrs and £8 otherwise for a British Triathlon "Race Pass".

Don't delay enter early for less.

Withdrawal:  

SA Tri operate a full refund (excluding Entry Central admin charge) to competitors who withdraw from competitions prior to one Calendar Month before race day.

Also; to competitors who inform the Event Organiser (email or text) after this date but prior to Entries Closing. We will consider deferring their entry to the following years Event at no extra cost (excluding day licences).

Basic Information

Name: Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Date: Saturday 11th July 2026

Place: Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Parking:  by registration & T1, Swan Pool, Park Lane/Forge Lane, Sandwell Valley, B71 3SX. additional parking a few minutes away at Forge Mill car park also on Forge Lane.

Registration:  Field top of path by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Registration  Open:  9.00am to 10.30am

Transition area:  car park by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley (9.00-11.00) then a rolling entry

Main Briefing: 10.30am by registration

Tri suits, swim hat, timing chip: get on 15 minutes before your start time

Lakeside Briefing:  at Lake entry 5 minutes before your start

1^st swimmers start:  in waves at approx. 11am Swan Pool

Finish Line:  same small field as registration, near lake entry/exit

Changing facilities/toilets:  portable toilets near transition, no changing facilities

Swim hats:  compulsory, competitors to provide, or can purchase event hats from registration.

Wetsuits: recommended, not expected to be compulsory, depends upon water temperature, shortie suits are permitted. (see BTF rules)

Transition: after completing your swim and exiting lake, you make your way down the pathway to the barriered off transition area within the carpark, where you remove swim goggles, swim hat and wetsuit (if wearing), remove your race number from your bag (either attached to a T-shirt or race belt) and put on. Place removed items into the bag and hand into marshal as you leave the transition exit as you begin the run segment.

Chip timing: yes

Scootathlon go first, then Youths, TS3, TS2, TS1, TSS, Adults 750m, Adults 400m

Preliminary race results will be posted on www.stuweb.co.uk/results

Official race results will be posted a few days later on www.britishtriathlon.org/events/results

as well as being emailed out to competitors.

Please note all times stated are approx. at this stage and depend on the amount of entries from each category.  If you would like to participate in a free training session with us “Sandwell Aquatics” contact our Tri Rep at “sandwellaquaticstriathlon@gmail.com”

Scootathon 

Cost £2

The scootathon is the first Event of the day and takes place at the Lake entry/exit Jetty.

Two waves of 15 max.

What happens:  The first group (able to put shoes & helmet on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to their transition towel (shoes & helmet), put shoes & Helmet on (must be fastened). Grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line to collect their medal and certificate.  The second group (can't put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put these on (parents can help throughout).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel.

How to secure a place:  When doing your/child’s entry;

tick box “I will also be entering a child in Scootathon”.

Then enter the Scootathlon entrant/s in same way as for Aquathlon & Open Water Only.

Sandwell Scootathon is a Event that takes place during the Sandwell Aquathlon each year.

The purpose of the Event is to allow children who are siblings or sons/daughters of competitors to also be able to participate at the Event. So, making it an "Event for the whole family".

To make this possible, the Scootathon is Run as a "Training Event", with everyone being a winner.

For insurance reasons all participants in this training session must become members of Sandwell Aquatics for the day.

Your Event takes place at approx. 11:00am as the 1^st event of the morning: Participants Parent/Guardian register you at Registration (same as everyone else). This is where you receive your race number & pins to fix it to your clothing (upper body ie. front of T-shirt). Then optional is to have your arm/leg marking to make you feel part of the event.

What happens:  There are two groups.  The first group (able to put shoes on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to towel/shoes, put shoes on, grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line. The second group (can’t put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put shoes on (parents can help throughout if required).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel, smile.

Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Swan Pool is a large lake which Sandwell Aquatics use regularly for both our Adult and children’s Open Water training. Once away from the shore the lake is very deep and cannot be stood up in.  There will be "Safety Crew Swimmers" swimming in the water near the swimmers as well as others in rescue craft, if any swimmers find they need a rest or assistance they will be close by.  We take safety very seriously and as such require every competitor to attend a short warm up briefing just before entering the water. The entry exit jetty is a ideal place to acclimatise, splash water over your face.  Once the starter says you can get into the water there will only be a short time to reach the start line (15mtr away) before the race begins in order not to leave swimmers treading water for long.  Assistance will be given to anyone who needs it.  If you are not a particularly strong swimmer, we recommend you start at the side or rear of the pack. Wet suits are not expected to be compulsory (although recommended) unless temperature on the day falls into BTF compulsory ruling, shortie wetsuits are acceptable. Tri-Starts begin from Jetty.

Swim Only adults finish at Transition Exit.

Format for day

Arrive/park in Lake car park at Sandwell Valley. (B71 3SZ) Park Lane/Forge Lane

Register at Registration 1^st,  field to right of path to lake (only 30mtrs away). 

Put running shoes/towel into Transition at your stated time and attend briefing opposite at 10.30am.

Get timing chip fitted and be at lake entry at least 15 minutes before race start time.

Have an enjoyable race

Presentation at finish area soon after everyone has finished and results confirmed. 

There are portable toilets, but no changing facilities.

SANDWELL AQUATHLON 2026

Incorporating

"Sandwell Junior Aquathlon 2026"

8yrs, 9-14yrs, which is part of "The 2026 West Midlands Childrens Series" and 15-16yrs Youths

"Sandwell Adult 400m/4Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 400m Swim 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run!

"Sandwell Adult 750m/5Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 750m Swim & Transition 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run

"Sandwell Scootathlon 2026" 

for 2-7yrs old Siblings

 This Aquathlon consists of an Open Water lake swim followed by a paved run within a park

 IMPORTANT! 

Your race age is as you will be on 31 December 2026, not age on race    day                         

We will consider relay teams participation if all in same age category

You may choose to only complete the swim finishing at Transition area if you wish

Entry fee:

Early bird discount applies until 11th June;

TSS (8yrs) £11.00 Early bird, then £13.00 until closing on 6^th July

TS1-youth (9-16yrs) £17 Early bird, then £22 until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m/4km £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m/5km £22, then £29 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m swim £17, then £22 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m swim £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July Adult 750m

Scootathon (2-7yrs) £2, until closing on 6^th July

No registration admin fee.

If not a BTF member you will be charged; £2 if 8yrs to 25yrs and £8 otherwise for a British Triathlon "Race Pass".

Don't delay enter early for less.

Withdrawal:  

SA Tri operate a full refund (excluding Entry Central admin charge) to competitors who withdraw from competitions prior to one Calendar Month before race day.

Also; to competitors who inform the Event Organiser (email or text) after this date but prior to Entries Closing. We will consider deferring their entry to the following years Event at no extra cost (excluding day licences).

Basic Information

Name: Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Date: Saturday 11th July 2026

Place: Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Parking:  by registration & T1, Swan Pool, Park Lane/Forge Lane, Sandwell Valley, B71 3SX. additional parking a few minutes away at Forge Mill car park also on Forge Lane.

Registration:  Field top of path by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Registration  Open:  9.00am to 10.30am

Transition area:  car park by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley (9.00-11.00) then a rolling entry

Main Briefing: 10.30am by registration

Tri suits, swim hat, timing chip: get on 15 minutes before your start time

Lakeside Briefing:  at Lake entry 5 minutes before your start

1^st swimmers start:  in waves at approx. 11am Swan Pool

Finish Line:  same small field as registration, near lake entry/exit

Changing facilities/toilets:  portable toilets near transition, no changing facilities

Swim hats:  compulsory, competitors to provide, or can purchase event hats from registration.

Wetsuits: recommended, not expected to be compulsory, depends upon water temperature, shortie suits are permitted. (see BTF rules)

Transition: after completing your swim and exiting lake, you make your way down the pathway to the barriered off transition area within the carpark, where you remove swim goggles, swim hat and wetsuit (if wearing), remove your race number from your bag (either attached to a T-shirt or race belt) and put on. Place removed items into the bag and hand into marshal as you leave the transition exit as you begin the run segment.

Chip timing: yes

Scootathlon go first, then Youths, TS3, TS2, TS1, TSS, Adults 750m, Adults 400m

Preliminary race results will be posted on www.stuweb.co.uk/results

Official race results will be posted a few days later on www.britishtriathlon.org/events/results

as well as being emailed out to competitors.

Please note all times stated are approx. at this stage and depend on the amount of entries from each category.  If you would like to participate in a free training session with us “Sandwell Aquatics” contact our Tri Rep at “sandwellaquaticstriathlon@gmail.com”

Scootathon 

Cost £2

The scootathon is the first Event of the day and takes place at the Lake entry/exit Jetty.

Two waves of 15 max.

What happens:  The first group (able to put shoes & helmet on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to their transition towel (shoes & helmet), put shoes & Helmet on (must be fastened). Grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line to collect their medal and certificate.  The second group (can't put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put these on (parents can help throughout).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel.

How to secure a place:  When doing your/child’s entry;

tick box “I will also be entering a child in Scootathon”.

Then enter the Scootathlon entrant/s in same way as for Aquathlon & Open Water Only.

Sandwell Scootathon is a Event that takes place during the Sandwell Aquathlon each year.

The purpose of the Event is to allow children who are siblings or sons/daughters of competitors to also be able to participate at the Event. So, making it an "Event for the whole family".

To make this possible, the Scootathon is Run as a "Training Event", with everyone being a winner.

For insurance reasons all participants in this training session must become members of Sandwell Aquatics for the day.

Your Event takes place at approx. 11:00am as the 1^st event of the morning: Participants Parent/Guardian register you at Registration (same as everyone else). This is where you receive your race number & pins to fix it to your clothing (upper body ie. front of T-shirt). Then optional is to have your arm/leg marking to make you feel part of the event.

What happens:  There are two groups.  The first group (able to put shoes on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to towel/shoes, put shoes on, grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line. The second group (can’t put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put shoes on (parents can help throughout if required).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel, smile.

Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Swan Pool is a large lake which Sandwell Aquatics use regularly for both our Adult and children’s Open Water training. Once away from the shore the lake is very deep and cannot be stood up in.  There will be "Safety Crew Swimmers" swimming in the water near the swimmers as well as others in rescue craft, if any swimmers find they need a rest or assistance they will be close by.  We take safety very seriously and as such require every competitor to attend a short warm up briefing just before entering the water. The entry exit jetty is a ideal place to acclimatise, splash water over your face.  Once the starter says you can get into the water there will only be a short time to reach the start line (15mtr away) before the race begins in order not to leave swimmers treading water for long.  Assistance will be given to anyone who needs it.  If you are not a particularly strong swimmer, we recommend you start at the side or rear of the pack. Wet suits are not expected to be compulsory (although recommended) unless temperature on the day falls into BTF compulsory ruling, shortie wetsuits are acceptable. Tri-Starts begin from Jetty.

Format for day

Arrive/park in Lake car park at Sandwell Valley. (B71 3SZ) Park Lane/Forge Lane

Register at Registration 1^st,  field to right of path to lake (only 30mtrs away). 

Put running shoes/towel into Transition at your stated time and attend briefing opposite at 10.30am.

Get timing chip fitted and be at lake entry at least 15 minutes before race start time.

Have an enjoyable race

Presentation at finish area soon after everyone has finished and results confirmed. 

There are portable toilets, but no changing facilities.

SANDWELL AQUATHLON 2026

Incorporating

"Sandwell Junior Aquathlon 2026"

8yrs, 9-14yrs, which is part of "The 2026 West Midlands Childrens Series" and 15-16yrs Youths

"Sandwell Adult 400m/4Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 400m Swim 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run!

"Sandwell Adult 750m/5Km Aquathlon 2026"

"Sandwell Adult 750m Swim & Transition 2026"

swim + Transition only. ie. no run

"Sandwell Scootathlon 2026" 

for 2-7yrs old Siblings

 This Aquathlon consists of an Open Water lake swim followed by a paved run within a park

 IMPORTANT! 

Your race age is as you will be on 31 December 2026, not age on race    day                         

We will consider relay teams participation if all in same age category

You may choose to only complete the swim finishing at Transition area if you wish

Entry fee:

Early bird discount applies until 11th June;

TSS (8yrs) £11.00 Early bird, then £13.00 until closing on 6^th July

TS1-youth (9-16yrs) £17 Early bird, then £22 until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m/4km £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m/5km £22, then £29 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 400m swim £17, then £22 Early bird until closing on 6^th July

Adult 750m swim £18, then £25 Early bird until closing on 6^th July Adult 750m

Scootathon (2-7yrs) £2, until closing on 6^th July

No registration admin fee.

If not a BTF member you will be charged; £2 if 8yrs to 25yrs and £8 otherwise for a British Triathlon "Race Pass".

Don't delay enter early for less.

Withdrawal:  

SA Tri operate a full refund (excluding Entry Central admin charge) to competitors who withdraw from competitions prior to one Calendar Month before race day.

Also; to competitors who inform the Event Organiser (email or text) after this date but prior to Entries Closing. We will consider deferring their entry to the following years Event at no extra cost (excluding day licences).

Basic Information

Name: Sandwell Aquathlon 2026

Date: Saturday 11th July 2026

Place: Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Parking:  by registration & T1, Swan Pool, Park Lane/Forge Lane, Sandwell Valley, B71 3SX. additional parking a few minutes away at Forge Mill car park also on Forge Lane.

Registration:  Field top of path by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley

Registration  Open:  9.00am to 10.30am

Transition area:  car park by lake, Swan Pool, Sandwell Valley (9.00-11.00) then a rolling entry

Main Briefing: 10.30am by registration

Tri suits, swim hat, timing chip: get on 15 minutes before your start time

Lakeside Briefing:  at Lake entry 5 minutes before your start

1^st swimmers start:  in waves at approx. 11am Swan Pool

Finish Line:  same small field as registration, near lake entry/exit

Changing facilities/toilets:  portable toilets near transition, no changing facilities

Swim hats:  compulsory, competitors to provide, or can purchase event hats from registration.

Wetsuits: recommended, not expected to be compulsory, depends upon water temperature, shortie suits are permitted. (see BTF rules)

Transition: after completing your swim and exiting lake, you make your way down the pathway to the barriered off transition area within the carpark, where you remove swim goggles, swim hat and wetsuit (if wearing), remove your race number from your bag (either attached to a T-shirt or race belt) and put on. Place removed items into the bag and hand into marshal as you leave the transition exit as you begin the run segment.

Chip timing: yes

Scootathlon go first, then Youths, TS3, TS2, TS1, TSS, Adults 750m, Adults 400m

Preliminary race results will be posted on www.stuweb.co.uk/results

Official race results will be posted a few days later on www.britishtriathlon.org/events/results

as well as being emailed out to competitors.

Please note all times stated are approx. at this stage and depend on the amount of entries from each category.  If you would like to participate in a free training session with us “Sandwell Aquatics” contact our Tri Rep at “sandwellaquaticstriathlon@gmail.com”

Scootathon 

Cost £2

The scootathon is the first Event of the day and takes place at the Lake entry/exit Jetty.

Two waves of 15 max.

What happens:  The first group (able to put shoes & helmet on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to their transition towel (shoes & helmet), put shoes & Helmet on (must be fastened). Grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line to collect their medal and certificate.  The second group (can't put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put these on (parents can help throughout).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel.

How to secure a place:  When doing your/child’s entry;

tick box “I will also be entering a child in Scootathon”.

Then enter the Scootathlon entrant/s in same way as for Aquathlon & Open Water Only.

Sandwell Scootathon is a Event that takes place during the Sandwell Aquathlon each year.

The purpose of the Event is to allow children who are siblings or sons/daughters of competitors to also be able to participate at the Event. So, making it an "Event for the whole family".

To make this possible, the Scootathon is Run as a "Training Event", with everyone being a winner.

For insurance reasons all participants in this training session must become members of Sandwell Aquatics for the day.

Your Event takes place at approx. 11:00am as the 1^st event of the morning: Participants Parent/Guardian register you at Registration (same as everyone else). This is where you receive your race number & pins to fix it to your clothing (upper body ie. front of T-shirt). Then optional is to have your arm/leg marking to make you feel part of the event.

What happens:  There are two groups.  The first group (able to put shoes on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to towel/shoes, put shoes on, grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line. The second group (can’t put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put shoes on (parents can help throughout if required).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel, smile.

Sandwell Scootathon is a Event that takes place during the Sandwell Aquathlon each year.

The purpose of the Event is to allow children who are siblings or sons/daughters of competitors to also be able to participate at the Event. So, making it an "Event for the whole family".

To make this possible, the Scootathon is Run as a "Training Event", with everyone being a winner.

For insurance reasons all participants in this training session must become members of Sandwell Aquatics for the day.

Your Event takes place at approx. 11:00am as the 1^st event of the morning: Participants Parent/Guardian register you at Registration (same as everyone else). This is where you receive your race number & pins to fix it to your clothing (upper body ie. front of T-shirt). Then optional is to have your arm/leg marking to make you feel part of the event.

What happens:  There are two groups.  The first group (able to put shoes on) start at lake exit mat and have their feet wetted via a watering can, they run to towel/shoes, put shoes on, grab scooter then push it for a short distance along the tarmac path to a line on the floor leave it there and run to finish line. The second group (can’t put own shoes on) will do the same but parents help them put shoes on (parents can help throughout if required).

Required Equipment:  shoes to run in, scooter or 3 wheel small bike, small towel, smile.

Q&A.

• is the minimum age set in stone? No! we have had children as young as 18 months old participate, its all about being practical and as such we say "is the child physically & mentally mature enough to participate, expected to enjoy the experience, not going to spoil it for others, or get hurt". if so we will consider the child participating.
• is the maximum age set in stone? almost! Fairness, physical size compared to others all becomes an issue. if age is 8yrs talk to us and we will consider the child's individual circumstances.
• can a child enter who hasn't a sibling/parent participating in the main event? yes, but there is a priority order. We give priority to those that do have. Next priority goes to Sandwell Aquatic  siblings/children of Sandwell Aquatics members, then friends of entrants, then finally to the public. We try not to turn anyone away!
• can you enter on the day? only if someone pulls out/doesn't turn up. Only then if they fill in the relevant paper application. These will be in the possession of the Event Race Director (Mark), on Event day. He has final say!