Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire

IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire is a triathlon which takes in some of the county’s most beautiful countryside, quaint, picturesque English villages and the historic town centre of Stafford.

The race returns on Sunday 12th June 2022, combining swimming, cycling and running for one of Staffordshire’s toughest sporting challenges.

The route is recognised as one of the flattest and fastest around, making it attractive for first-timers and anyone aiming for a PB.

The route

The race starts with the swim, a one lap, 1.2 mile course at Chasewater Country Park, close to Cannock in the south of the county.

From there, competitors tackle the 56 mile bike route, venturing through stunning Staffordshire scenery including the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the breath-taking Blithfield Reservoir.

There are plenty of uplifting sights to help with the gruelling cycle too!

After leaving the Cannock Chase AONB, the route takes you through villages such as Yoxall, nestled in The National Forest, before heading into Stafford for the 13.1 mile run.

You will also pass some of Staffordshire’s biggest visitor attractions on the way, like St George’s Park, home of the National Football Centre, and the historic Shugborough Estate.

The final section, the run, takes place on the streets of Stafford, with more pleasant backdrops to soak in, like Victoria Park, the jewel in the town centre crown, and the Ancient High House, before the finish in the Market Square.

When did IRONMAN 70.3 come to Staffordshire?

The first IRONMAN 70.3 in Staffordshire was in 2015, when 3000 competitors including world-class triathlete Javier Gomez and celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay took on the challenge.

The men’s race was won by Gomez, while the first over the line in the women’s race was Lucy Gossage.

Volunteering at IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire

There are a number of roles for volunteers at IRONMAN.

You could help out across the whole weekend, at athlete registration, on the bike route or the run course, assisting the athletes as they arrive at Chasewater on the shuttle buses, and more.

Further information on the roles available and details of how to register can be found at the IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire website.

Where to stay for IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire

A number of our hotels, guest houses and campsites have welcomed IRONMAN competitors in recent years.

For more information on places to stay for IRONMAN 2022, visit our Accommodation section.