Half Swim / Bike covers the swim and bike legs, set against one of the UK’s most iconic race backdrops. Combining a 1.2 mile swim and 56 mile bike, it offers a brilliant swim-bike challenge with Lake District scenery, strong athlete support and a memorable finish-line atmosphere in Keswick.
Quick event facts
The essentials
Race day
20 June 2027
Location
Keswick, Lake District
Timing
Chip timed, live splits
Every finisher
Medal + T-shirt
The course
Course breakdown
Course map
See the route
Who this race is for
Is the Half Swim / Bike for you?
Take on the swim and the ride without the run. A perfect split-format challenge or a stepping stone to the full Half.
Cut-offs
Swim and bike cut-offs match the Lakesman Half. Full timings are in the athlete guide.
What’s included
In your entry
✓Chip timing and live splits
✓A finisher medal
✓Finisher T-shirt
✓Race-day nutrition at the aid stations
✓Full medical and safety cover
✓Road closures and marshalled junctions
Pricing and payment
Lock in the best price
Enter early to beat the next price rise. A £75 deposit secures your place, with the balance split into staged payments.