Time running out to get involved in Big Lime Triathlon!

Published Thursday, 31st July 2025

A final call has been issued for people to get involved in Hartlepool’s Big Lime Triathlon – either as a competitor or a volunteer marshal.

Hartlepool Borough Council’s Active Hartlepool service has joined forces with company Wild Deer Events to stage the event on Sunday 10th August.

There is a range of competitive options, including a standard distance triathlon and aqua bike  (swim/cycle) event, a sprint distance triathlon and aqua bike event and separate open water swims of 750 metres and 1,500 metres.

The standard triathlon will comprise a 1,500-metre swim, 40km cycle and 10km run, while the sprint triathlon will be made up of a 750-metre swim, 20km cycle and 5km run.

The triathlon events will take place between Hartlepool Marina and Seaton Carew.

If you haven’t yet signed up, act quickly as entries close at midnight on Tuesday 5th August. For more information and to enter visit www.wilddeerevents.co.uk/events/173  

Councillor Gary Allen, Chair of the Council’s Adult and Community Based Services Committee, said: “The Big Lime Triathlon is a fantastic event in the way that it brings together seasoned athletes, fun runners and complete beginners - backed by the enthusiastic support of spectators who always create a great atmosphere.

“Don’t delay any longer if you are interested in taking part but haven’t yet entered yet – Tuesday’s deadline is approaching fast!”

The organisers are also still keen to welcome more volunteers to act as marshals to help ensure the smooth-running of the event. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, but under-16s must be accompanied by an adult. They will be placed at strategic points on the course to assist both competitors and spectators. Marshals will be asked to arrive at 6.15am for the start of the event and will be finished by 11.30am.

Councillor Allen added: “The marshals are absolutely key to the success of the Big Lime Triathlon. I would like to thank those volunteers who have already come forward to get involved and I would encourage others to do the same.”

Each volunteer marshal will be entitled to a free entry to a Wild Deer event this year, which can be gifted to a friend or family member, or next year, as well as a piece of Wild Deer merchandise plus a snack and drink on the day.

Anyone interested in becoming a marshal should email info@wilddeerevents.co.uk for full details.