This was my first ever race in 2012 and it was a good one to start. Registration was open on the Saturday afternoon making it easier on Sunday and allowing me to get the pre-race nerves out of the way.

There was no prking down at the race venue though parking was near by but about a 10/15 min walk from your car. Transition is set up on a tennis court which was swept so no issues on the feet. Race brief was straight forward and the briefer was very enthusiastic, certainly putting this newbie at ease. 

Swim is in the lake and easy to navigate and didnt get into any issues with others on the swim which i had read about. As its a lake, not a bad place to do your first as its flat and calm.

Bike is on open roads and worth a recce as you go through a few villages and the roads arnt the best but hey this is the UK and not Germany. Its a 2 lap course for the Standard distance and a 1 for the Sprint. Plenty of marshalls on the course and well sign posted so no chance of getting lost.

Run is around the lake & the hotel. Mainly off road but it was dry so no mud which there could have been if it rained. Its a good run to pace and because its a loop you get to see your supporters when you head past the start/finish. 

Nice Medal at the Finish, T-Shirt & a Visor so certainly a few decent rewards.

Overall a good race and worth it if you are in and around the area.