Where does Reading Triathlon take place?

Reading Triathlon takes place in Reading, UK.

What distances does Reading Triathlon offer?

Entry options include: Sprint, Standard.

How is Reading Triathlon rated by runners?

Reading Triathlon has an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 from 90 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Reading Triathlon like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (70% of reviews), Small & Intimate (83% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (61% of reviews), Flat & Fast (65% of reviews).

Reading Triathlon reviews

Name: Reading Triathlon
Start: 2025-09-14
End: 2025-09-14
Location: Reading, UK
Rating: 4.57

Gavin F.

4.9

· 2026 Olympic Tri ·

Great Event enjoyed the day

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Andrea J.

4.9

· 2026 Standard ·

Loved it, pond weed was a bit of bother, was pulling myself along on the weeds at times. Cycle was well marked, marshalled & flat. Run was good with the best ever support from the aid station staff, thank you, you kept me going 😍

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Peter R.

4.9

· 2026 Standard ·

I am surprised that not more people race the Reading Triathlon. It's a beginner friendly event that encompasses a huge number of different event formats and distances including relays. The organization is excellent, the venue ideal and the routes are great. The lake can get a bit...

I am surprised that not more people race the Reading Triathlon. It's a beginner friendly event that encompasses a huge number of different event formats and distances including relays. The organization is excellent, the venue ideal and the routes are great. The lake can get a bit weedy, but it's natural and the water itself is clean and clear. The team does a great job of clearing a path, so the weeds are not really an issue. There are not many beginner friendly triathlons that offer a lake swim. The bike routes are pretty on generally quiet and generally decent roads. If you've time to look around, they're also attractive and I made a mental note to return for a more leisurely ride. The run is laps around the lake. The ground is a bit uneven, but doesn't present too many issues. Parking is some distance from the actual race venue, but in an excellent car park in the Green Park complex. If you ride from the car park to the venue, it's no more than 5 or 10 mins. Walking 10-20 mins.

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Jessica P.

3.8

· 2026 Standard tri ·

Really friendly and supportive marshals, I fell off my bike at one point and a marshall immediately ran over to help me up. At the end marshals took my timing chip off me and gave me my medal/key ring which was very much appreciated to not have to walk over to grab them myself! I...

Really friendly and supportive marshals, I fell off my bike at one point and a marshall immediately ran over to help me up. At the end marshals took my timing chip off me and gave me my medal/key ring which was very much appreciated to not have to walk over to grab them myself! I then got some medical care for my injuries and the medics were super friendly and funny. Only thing was that I got caught in quite alot of weeds during the swim, but, as the organisers said, its a natural lake and the water level was low due to a lack of rain so can't be too upset.

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Jess T.

5.0

· 2025 Standard ·

A very friendly, well organised event. The marshals are incredibly supportive and enthusiastic & it really helps to have your support see you on each lap of the run. My 4th consecutive year and a firm favourite :-)

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Kiera W.

5.0

· 2025 Standard ·

A brilliant event for beginners. I raced in the Aquabike which was great fun, hopefully more sign up next year as was a small category but brilliant nonetheless! Great speedy communication throughout my whole Reading Tri experience and very grateful the crew enabled / helped me d...

A brilliant event for beginners. I raced in the Aquabike which was great fun, hopefully more sign up next year as was a small category but brilliant nonetheless! Great speedy communication throughout my whole Reading Tri experience and very grateful the crew enabled / helped me defer my 2024 entry to 2025 too. Thank you all :)

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Andi J.

4.9

· 2025 Sprint ·

From the sign up, to the race brief video to the organisation on the day this event was fantastic. The Event organisers, officials, Marshalls , Vendors and Results team were all super supportive and helpful on the day. The encouragement from both the Marshalls & the spectators ...

From the sign up, to the race brief video to the organisation on the day this event was fantastic. The Event organisers, officials, Marshalls , Vendors and Results team were all super supportive and helpful on the day. The encouragement from both the Marshalls & the spectators definitely added to the atmosphere. Thank you and looking forward to next year.

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Jack S.

5.0

· 2025 Sprint ·

Brilliant event for a first timer or more experienced athlete. Really well organised and friendly from start to finish. I had a blast!

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Stella F.

5.0

· 2025 Aquabike ·

From start to a finish a great event ! Especially for newbies to Triathlon events :)

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Rachel C.

5.0

· 2025 Sprint ·

This event never disappoints! Superbly organised from sign up to start line, plenty of helpful marshalls and a stunning Berkshire setting. Great supportive atmosphere and definitely worth an entry for an end of season race!

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