Bucks &amp; Oxon


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TRIATHLONS </h2>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://thefixevents.com/fixaddiction-triathlon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FixAddiction Triathlon</a>, Dorney Lake</h3>



<p>When: Sat 8 Jul</p>



<p>££: 60</p>



<p>What to expect: Known for holding the 2012 Olympics rowing events (ever the motivation to train your socks off), this pretty locale has a race fit for all abilities with a 400m swim (or 750m), 20k bike, and 5k run on a flat and friendly course. Plus, there’s a clubhouse and café for a well-earned post-race sweet treat.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.theoxfordtriathlon.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Oxfordshire Triathlon Series</a>, Dorchester-on-Thames</h3>



<p>When: Sun 2 Jul &amp; Sun 20 Aug</p>



<p>££: 55 – 80</p>



<p>What to expect: The Oxfordshire Triathlon Series is back with unbeatable views, multiple race options, and a chance to splash around the lovely Queenford Lake. You can choose between solo and relay races – the open water swim is 1km, followed by a 35km bike ride through the picturesque Oxon countryside, finishing with a 7.5km run around the lake.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.britishtriathlon.org/events/the-one-on-the-river---spring_14257" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The One on The River</a>, Marlow</h3>



<p>When: Sun 9 Jul</p>



<p>££: from 25</p>



<p>What to expect: Offering nine tailored races with different distances &#8211; decisions, decisions. You can opt for a standard triathlon with swimming 750 – 1900m, road cycling 24.5km – 85.6 miles and running 5 – 20km, depending on your training. Or keep it simple with a swim-only race or an Aqua-bike mix.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-henley-triathlon-henley-on-thames"><strong><a href="https://uktriathlon.co.uk/events/henley-triathlon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Henley Triathlon</a>, Henley-on-Thames</strong></h3>



<p>When: Sun&nbsp;23 July</p>



<p>££:&nbsp;From £52.50&nbsp;</p>



<p>What to expect:&nbsp;This is the 11th year of Henley Triathlon which takes place at&nbsp;Henley Leisure Centre and within the grounds of Gillotts School. The swim (400m) takes place in a heated pool, followed by a cycle around rural Oxfordshire (25km) and a flat grass run (5km). There’s also a super-sprint and women-only race (200m swim, 12.5K cycle, 2.5k run). There’s also a brilliant children’s race with a relaxed, family atmosphere.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><a href="https://resultsbase.net/event/6400" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cowman,&nbsp;Calfman &amp; Stampede&nbsp;Triathlon,</a>&nbsp;Emberton Park, Milton Keynes&nbsp;</strong></h3>



<p>When: Sun 6 Aug</p>



<p>££: From £60</p>



<p>What to expect:&nbsp;There are three races on offer here – the middle distance Cowman (1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run), the Calfman which is just over standard distance&nbsp;(900m swim, 46km bike, 10km run) and the Stampede&nbsp;(750m swim, 22k bike, 5.25k run) a sprint distance that was introduced in 2018. You can tackle the events individually or enter as a team for the longer distances.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><a href="https://www.swimoxford.co.uk/swimrun" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lock to Lock SwimRun,</a>&nbsp;Eynsham Lock&nbsp;</strong></h3>



<p>When: Sun 17 Sept</p>



<p>££:&nbsp;£100</p>



<p>What to expect: Clue’s in the name, there’s no cycle in this race around&nbsp;Oxford University meadows. The race starts in&nbsp;the medieval village of Eynsham with a 4k swim across the Thames and finishes with a 14k hilly off-road woodland run.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">RUNNING</h2>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.maverick-race.com/products/the-maverick-adidas-terrex-x-series-chilterns-2023" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Maverick Adidas Terrex X Series</a>, Wendover</h3>



<p>When: Sat 15 Jul</p>



<p>££: 35 &#8211; 75</p>



<p>Now in its 10th year, Maverick Race celebrates the British countryside with scenic running trials suitable for all levels. Kicking off the X series event, this Chilterns run has a selection of distances from 10k – 51k. You&#8217;ll start at Chiltern Way Academy and run through the historic Icknield Way and local hotspots Pulpit Hill and Whiteleaf Cross.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://etchrock.com/challenge/info/the-blenheim-palace-hedgejog-10k-2023" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The&nbsp;<strong>Blenheim Palace Hedgejog&nbsp;</strong></a><strong>10k, Woodstock</strong></h3>



<p>When:&nbsp;Sun 16 July</p>



<p>££:&nbsp;TBC</p>



<p>What to expect:&nbsp;Along with a 10k run there’s the first ever hedgejog! Colour me curious as little information has been released about this yet but if past events have anything to go by the race will be a bit of fun welcoming runners of all abilities.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://whitehorseharriers.uk/trail-race/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Uffington White Horse Gallop</a>, Wantage</h3>



<p>When: Sun 30 Jul</p>



<p>££: 25-7</p>



<p>What to expect: If you’re going to sweat anywhere, make it this super cool Bronze-age Oxon landmark.The 21km half marathon route with 1200 ft of ascent &#8211; as you’d expect, it’s not a flat run and there is no hiding from the sun &#8211; so bring along your best running shoes and a snug hat to match.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><a href="http://burnhamjoggers.co.uk/beeches-half/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Burnham Beeches Half Marathon &amp; 10k</a>, South Bucks</strong></h3>



<p>When: Sun 13 Aug </p>



<p>££: 20 &#8211; 30</p>



<p>What to expect: Both these races are on a mix of closed roads, hard surfaced woodland paths and through Burnham Beeches ancient woodland. After the race&nbsp;Caldicott School is opening its swimming pool if you fancy a post-run dip.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.letsdothis.com/gb/e/henley-half-marathon-trail-run-35643" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Henley River Trail Run</a>, Henley-on-Thames</h3>



<p>When: Sun 3 Sep<br>££: 25-35</p>



<p>What to expect: You’ll get a slice of Henley’s scenery in this fun course that starts and finishes at the stunning Temple Island Meadows on the riverbank. There are two entry points – the 10k run, open to ages 15+ and a half marathon (13.1 miles) for ages 17+, both kicking off at 10 am. Bring your best Pam Anderson run, photos will be taken throughout.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://toughrunneruk.com/events/oxfordshire-epic-trail-10k/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tough Runner Oxfordshire Trail Festival</a>, Charlbury</h3>



<p>When: Sat 16 Sep</p>



<p>££: 15 -25</p>



<p>What to expect: Tough Runner hosts over 30 major runs nationally, this autumnal run lands in Oxon’s leafy Cornbury Park with three distances to choose from; 5k, Half Marathon &amp; 10k, plus canicross options.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.letsdothis.com/gb/e/bucks-epic-trail-half-marathon-193538" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tough Runner Bucks Epic Trail</a>, Wendover</h3>



<p>When: Sun 1 Oct<br>££:<br>What to expect: Tough Runner is also back in  woody Wendover with a choice between a 10k or half marathon trail circling the forest, plus a canicross option, so furry friends are welcome.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><a href="https://www.timeoutdoors.com/events/oxford-half-marathon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Oxford Half Marathon</a>, Oxford&nbsp;</strong></h3>



<p>When:&nbsp;Sun 15 Oct&nbsp;</p>



<p>££: £48.26</p>



<p>What to expect:&nbsp;A scenic 13.1 mile route around Oxford’s historic buildings&nbsp;and universities with a buzzing atmosphere of onlookers lining the streets. The route is mainly flat, so go for that personal best!</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.gobeyondchallenge.com/ultra-marathons/thames-trot-ultra/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Thames Trot Ultra</a>, Iffley</h3>



<p>When: Sat 21 Oct</p>



<p>££: 65</p>



<p>What to expect: This is a bit more of a challenge, but you’ve plenty of time to pull up your training socks. Starting at Hawkwell House Hotel in Iffley, this 47-mile point-to-point marathon is a mix of muddy country trails, riverside paths, and roads finishing at the Mill Meadows Park in Henley on the Thames.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fancy something a bit different?</h3>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><a href="https://thelittlewelly.co.uk/henley/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Little Welly,</a>&nbsp;Henley Showground</strong></h3>



<p>When:&nbsp;10 – 11 Jun 2023</p>



<p>££: £23.50</p>



<p>What to expect:&nbsp;Little Welly specialises in obstacle courses for kids and returns for its seventh year in Henley with a new location at the Showground, new obstacles, entertainment and a longer course. The course is a&nbsp;hop, skip, jump and dash through loads of challenges,&nbsp;taking in streams, trails, mud and woodland. Oh, and did I mention it’s the biggest obstacle course for kids in the UK? If that doesn’t tire out the little blighters, what will? </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><a href="https://www.dorneylakeseries.co.uk/banana-tri-entry-info/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Banana Triathlon</a>, Windsor</strong></h3>



<p>When:&nbsp;1 July 2023</p>



<p>££:&nbsp;£19-£120</p>



<p>What to expect:&nbsp;Organised by Human Race, who have over 30 years under the belt, the Banana Tri is a fun event for all the family. With a total of six&nbsp;races,&nbsp;the Banana Split, Half a Banana, a Banana Fritter, a Whole Banana (relay option also available for this distance), or a Jumbo Banana, there’s something for all abilities and ages. Also duathlon and scootathlon options. Extra muddy points if you&nbsp;wear yellow.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.mo-running.com/milton-keynes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mo-Running</a>, Milton Keynes </h3>



<p>When: Sun 26 Nov </p>



<p>££: £12-22</p>



<p>What to expect: A funky way to take part in Movember, this series of mini runs (1.5k, 5k, &amp; 10k) is a great family challenge. MoRun has held events everywhere from Ireland to Australia and this year’s fun run starts at local haunt Campbell Park – pack your best ‘stache!&nbsp;</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.maverick-race.com/products/the-maverick-exposure-lights-dark-oxfordshire-2023" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Maverick Exposure Lights Dark Oxfordshire 2023,</a>&nbsp;Stonor Park</h3>



<p>When: Sat 2 Dec</p>



<p>££: From £25.</p>



<p>What to expect: Running doesn’t have to be resigned to only the spring/summer months, The Maverick has organised this series to help you continue running in those darker months. With three courses to choose from (7, 11 and 16 km) the route takes runners around Stonor Park, these are challenging events but throw darkness into the mix it is not for the fainthearted but it’s a good goal to work up to – head torch, not optional.</p>


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