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About Swim Bike Run: Carlisle

Discover Swim Bike Run: The Ultimate, Beginner and Family Friendly Multi-Sport Experience

If you're looking for a fun way to get active with your family this summer, Swim Bike Run is the perfect activity for you. Designed to be inclusive, affordable, and accessible, Swim Bike Run offers a unique triathlon-style challenge that's ideal for all ages and abilities. Whether you're a complete beginner or someone wanting to try something new, look no further than Swim Bike Run

What Is Swim Bike Run?

Swim Bike Run is a multi-sport event that combines swimming, cycling, and running in a friendly, supportive environment. Unlike traditional triathlons that can feel daunting or expensive, Swim Bike Run breaks the barriers down by offering flexible distances and formats that suit every fitness and ability level. From children as young as six to adults trying triathlon for the first time, Swim Bike Run welcomes everyone with open arms.

Affordable Fun for All Ages

Dive into triathlon without breaking the bank! Swim Bike Run offers low-cost entry, starting at £5 pounds, making it accessible for families and budgets alike.

Totally Beginner and Family-Friendly

No experience? No problem! Everyone from your 6-year-old to your grandma can join in and feel confident. You choose the distances that suit you, take it at your own pace, and enjoy the buzz of completing all three sports. You don't even need a bike - at many events, you can borrow a bike on the day or choose from swim-run or run-swim options if you’d prefer to skip the cycling altogether.

Get Moving, Make Memories

Swim Bike Run is a fun, easy way for the whole family to get active together - making healthy habits and unforgettable memories every step, pedal, and splash of the way.

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Facilities

  • Toilets iconToilets
  • Free Wifi iconFree Wifi
  • Changing Rooms iconChanging Rooms
  • Onsite Parking iconOnsite Parking
  • Accessible Toilets iconAccessible Toilets
  • Baby Changing iconBaby Changing
  • Food Available iconFood Available
  • Card Payments Accepted iconCard Payments Accepted
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Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Tuesday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday, 09:00 - 17:00
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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Child (6-17) : £10.00
  • Adult (17-18+) : £20.00

Family ticket (1 adult, 2 children) - £30

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Contact Details

Sands Centre
The Sands
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 1JQ
England

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Last Updated: 09:47 11/09/2025

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