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English Riviera Triathlon

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Paignton, South West, United Kingdom

calendar_today 05 Jul, 2026

About the Event

Experience fast, spectator-friendly racing in the heart of the English Riviera's iconic seaside. The English Riviera Triathlon returns on Sunday, 5th July 2026, offering a thrilling multi-sport festival on Torre Abbey Sands in Torquay. Dive into a sheltered sea swim before tackling a unique, fast 5km closed-road bike circuit (4 laps for Sprint, 8 for Standard) and a scenic coastal run. With a drafting-legal Sprint race for road bikes and inclusive distances from Standard to Tristar for youth, this event blends competitive excitement with a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere perfect for first-timers and seasoned athletes alike. Secure your spot for a classic British seaside triathlon with professional organization and stunning Devon views.

Races Offered

Standard Triathlon

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 40 km 10 km

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Type — Multisports

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07:30

Supersprint Triathlon

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 10 km 2.5 km

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Type — Multisports

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10:30

Sprint Aquabike

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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Type — Multisports

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11:30

Sprint Aquathlon

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Multisports

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11:30

Sprint Triathlon

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 20 km 5 km

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Type — Multisports

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11:30

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Paignton.

thermostat Temperature

13.7° / 20.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.9° / 18.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 17m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.6)

humidity_mid Humidity

78.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:22

nightlight Sunset

21:17

About Paignton

Learn more about the host city, Paignton.

Paignton is a seaside town in the Torbay area of the English Riviera and South Devon region of Devon. The town, which has a history as a fishing village but is also on the railway line, is home to the well-known Paignton Zoo.