I really loved this small friendly event. Its held at a college which has sports facilities newly refurbished.  There's lots of parking, large transition zone so that you don't feel like you're bikes are on top of each other and some good refreshments on offer for spectators and for yourself afterwards :)

The swimming pool is little old and i found the water a little warm but it gets the job done! A short run around the building into transition and out on a scenic bike ride. A few tight bends to navigate, 2 laps of the course which is well marshalled and some pretty large hills. The run course is also 2 laps with a big hill but what goes up must come down!

Changing facilities are lovely with nice warm showers.

I'd recommend this race :)

There's no finishing medal but a nice t-shirt!

This was only my second triathlon and I was so nervous to be amongst actual triathletes ( first was a go tri) but everyone was super friendly, helped when I needed it and it all ran like clockwork. The scenery on the bike ride is stunning even if rather hilly and the support from the marshals and friends and family at the start/finish line gave the extra push needed at the end of the run. Can't wait for next year!

• Excellent communication from organisers.
• Good organisation.
• Very friendly and funny race marshalls.
• Scenic but hilly bike route that was well sign posted & marshalled at tricky parts.
• Smooth transitions.
• Nice t shirt for entering.