The Northumbrian Triathlon Training Tips
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Our Top Race Day Tips
The countdown to the fifth edition of the Ultimate Triathlon is on! On the 28th June 2026, a select number of athletes will embark on the journey through the testing Northumberland landscape, and into Scotland on the bike lap. We've summed up our Top Race Day Tips here to ensure you're prepared for race day, and...
Your Guide To Conquering The Northumbrian 2026
ARE YOU READY TO TRI? You asked, and we delivered! As we gear up for The Northumbrian 2026, we'll be sharing everything you need to know to excel at your triathlon journey. From training insights to nutrition tips, we've got you covered from swim to run. Firstly, we're diving into nutrition, sharing our favourite snacks and strategies to...
Everything you need to know about the British Championships at The Northumbrian
The Northumbrian is hosting the British and English Middle Distance Triathlon Championships this June. Here is everything you need to know about entering, competing, and what to expect on the day What is a championship? Championship events are the highest level of competition in the country, attracting the most competitive age group athletes. Championships provide athletes with the...
Triathlete’s long-term goal to complete challenge for facial disfigurement charity
Seria Hogg set herself the challenge of completing a triathlon to raise money for Changing Faces, a small charity supporting individuals with a visible difference or disfigurement. Seria Hogg was cycling home from work when she was hit by a disqualified driver 11 years ago. She crashed into his rear window when he cut across her, and...
National triathlon championships will head to Northumberland in 2026
A growing triathlon event in Northumberland has been confirmed as the venue for the sport's national championships in 2026. British Triathlon has announced that The Northumbrian will host a race in next year's British and English Age-Group Championships. Based at Kielder Waterside in Northumberland National Park, The Northumbrian is organised by Events of the North, in...
Sun shines on Kielder as over 400 athletes take on The Northumbrian
Over 400 athletes took part in the 2025 edition of The Northumbrian last weekend. Based at Kielder Waterside in Northumberland National Park, the event including full Iron and half Iron triathlons, an 'aquabike' (swim-cycle) race, and two new trail runs, which significantly boosted the number of entries this year. People travelled not only from around the...
New partnership will bring more pedal power to North East sporting events
Organisers of the Northumbrian and the Altra Kielder Marathon have announced details of a new partnership that will support those who take part in each event later this year. North East specialist firm Team Cycles will provide support for all bike needs, from cycle hire to mechanical assistance, and will provide the event team with e-bikes...
8 reasons the new Northumbrian Ultra Trail Runs at Kielder are unmissable this summer
For the first time ever, the legendary Northumbrian Triathlon weekend is opening up to trail runners – and it’s bringing two spectacular new races to the party. Introducing The Northumbrian Ultra Trail Runs – a 48K ultra and a 27.6K trail race – both set to take place in Kielder, Northumberland on 29 June 2025. Here's why this event...
Brand New Ultra Trail Races Launch in Kielder This Summer
There’s a new challenge coming to the trails of Kielder in 2025, and it’s set to be one of the most scenic and exciting additions to The Northumbrian weekend yet. For the first time ever, runners can take part in two brand-new trail races – a 50K Ultra and a 20K trail run...