Roadford Lake Aquabike

About the Event

The Roadford Lake Aquabike and Triathlon is a multi-discipline sporting event scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2026 (with specific race stats noted for May 18 in the scheduling data), held at Roadford Lake in Lifton, Devon. This venue is highly regarded for its open-water swimming and its high-quality bike course, which previously hosted the 2023 Masters National Road Race championship. The event is fully permitted by British Triathlon and features professional RFID chip timing.

Race Category	Distances	Start Time	Age Requirement
Standard Aquabike	1500m Swim / 46km Bike	8:30 AM	17+
Sprint Aquabike	750m Swim / 20km Bike	8:30 AM	15+
Roadford Triathlon	750m Swim / 20km Bike / 5km Run	9:15 AM	15+
Open Water Swims	1.5km, 2.5km, or 5km Swim	9:45 AM / 10:15 AM	13+ to 15+

Participants receive a comprehensive race package including a Sportiva-branded water bottle, finishers' medals, silicone swim hats, and professional event photography. The bike course utilizes quiet, rolling local roads that offer a "one lap" experience, minimizing congestion. For those looking to extend their stay, lakeside camping is available on-site for an additional charge. Registration typically opens at 6:30 AM on race morning, with an option for Saturday evening check-in for those arriving early.

The demographic profile of triathlon and aquabike participants in the United Kingdom reveals distinct trends in participation and representation. According to British Triathlon’s annual reports and Sport England’s "Active Lives" data, the sport remains predominantly White, with approximately 94% to 95% of participants identifying as White British or other White backgrounds. Participation from ethnically diverse communities is lower, with approximately 1.5% identifying as Asian, 0.8% as Black, and 2% as Mixed or other ethnic groups. The age demographic for "Standard" distance events leans toward older participants, with the 40–54 age bracket being the most active, accounting for nearly 42% of all competitive entries in the region.

Logistically, the event is headquartered at Roadford Lake (PL16 0RL), located near Broadwoodwidger. The venue provides essential facilities including secure transition areas with numbered racking and on-site toilets. Organizers emphasize inclusivity through their "Equality and Inclusion" policy, encouraging beginners to engage in the "Swim Bike Run" initiatives. With an estimated follower base of over 12,000 on social media, Sportiva Events has established this race as a cornerstone of the South West's multi-sport calendar, noted specifically for its friendly atmosphere and professional organization.

Races Offered

70.3 Distance Triathlon

May 17, 2026

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Distance — Swim 1.9K Bike 90K Run 21.1K

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Type — Multisports, Water sports

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07:30

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£135.00

Standard Aquabike

May 17, 2026

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Distance — Swim 1.5K Bike 46K

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Type — Multisports, Water sports

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08:30

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£72.00

Standard Triathlon

May 17, 2026

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Distance — Swim 1.5K Bike 46K Run 10K

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Type — Multisports, Water sports

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08:30

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£82.00

Sprint Aquabike

May 17, 2026

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Distance — Swim 0.75K Bike 20K

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Type — Multisports, Water sports

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09:15

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£64.00

Sprint Triathlon

May 17, 2026

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Distance — Swim 0.75K Bike 20K Run 5K

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Type — Multisports, Water sports

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09:15

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£67.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Broadwoodwidger.

thermostat Temperature

8.7° / 17.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

5.9° / 14.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 10m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

13.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.2)

humidity_mid Humidity

78.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:27

nightlight Sunset

20:59

About Broadwoodwidger

Learn more about the host city, Broadwoodwidger.

Broadwoodwidger is a village and civil parish in the Torridge district of Devon, England. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 548. The village is just to the north of the A30 road, and is about eight miles east of Launceston in Cornwall, and 13 miles west of Okehampton. Roadford Reservoir, which is also called Roadford Lake, is to the north-east of the village, and the River Wolf passes at the bottom of the hillside on which the village stands.