17.08.2025 

🚴‍♂️🏊‍♂️🏃‍♂️ From IronKid to IronMan!

Huge congratulations to Ben Clarke-Davison on completing Ironman Copenhagen – his debut over the full distance! 💪

Ben delivered a strong all-round performance:
🌊 Swim – an outstanding 1:02:03
🚴 Bike – battled through in 6:52:35
🏃 Run – pushed on despite cramp and stomach issues to finish in 5:11:23

That gave him an overall time of 13:21:22 – an incredible achievement for a first Ironman! 👏🔥

🚴‍♂️ Chapeau to Our Tour de Mons Finishers! 🚴‍♀️

Huge congratulations to Dave Ringwood, Jon Hicklin, and Liz Dawson, who conquered the gruelling Tour de Mons sportive yesterday.

Jon and Dave took on the Mawr — a challenging and scenic 106-mile route around the stunning but unforgiving Anglesey coast. With gradients peaking at a lung-busting 30%, this ride is no easy feat. John and Dave powered through the course in just under 8 and half sours, showing incredible endurance and grit.

Liz Dawson, tackled the demanding Canol course with trademark determination, finishing in 6:31:08. Massive respect to all three athletes for taking on such a tough event!

👏💪 Well done, team — inspiring stuff as always!

10.08.2025

💪🌊 Strong Performances from Club Vets at Epic Swim Windermere 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

It was a great day out for our over-60 veterans at the Epic Swim Windermere on Sunday, with impressive results across the board and stunning views from the new start location at Ambleside.

Liz Dawson took on the 5km swim as part of her build-up to the 11-mile Windermere End-to-End challenge on 6th September. Liz delivered a fantastic performance, finishing 2nd in her age group with a time of 1:25:58, and placing 8th woman overall – a strong sign she’s on track for her big event.

In the 3km event, Sheila Carter swam her way to 3rd in her age group in 1:05:44, finishing as 23rd woman overall. Despite a solid swim, Sheila claims she could have been quicker – if only the swim hats had stayed on!

Stuart Carter also took on the 3km and put in a great performance, coming 4th in his age group and finishing 15th male overall in 1:03:10.

Well done to all three athletes for representing the club so strongly – and proving once again that age is no barrier to epic achievements!

02.08.2025

🏊‍♂️ 🏊‍♀️ 🌊 Strong Results for BTC Swimmers at Sale Water Park Swim Festival🩱 🏖️ ☀️

BTC swimmers put in a fantastic performance at the Sale Water Park Swim Festival yesterday, with several standout results across the open water events.

• Matthew Harrop claimed 2nd place in the Men’s Wetsuit 3.8k category, finishing with an impressive time of 1:00:38.

• Nina Carter also took 2nd place in the Women’s Wetsuit 3.8k, clocking a strong 1:13:03, and was delighted with her result.

• In the Men’s Wetsuit 1.5k, Conor Wilkinson stormed to 1st place, finishing in a swift 26:03.

• Ella Rowan Carter bravely took on the 5k distance for the first time. Despite feeling seasick halfway through, she pushed through to finish in 1:26:39, earning 3rd place in the Women’s Wetsuit category.

There was some fierce competition from non-wetsuit swimmers as well, with several quick times posted across the board.

Well done to all BTC participants for representing the club so strongly!

27.07.2025

A Busy Weekend of Racing: BTCers Shine at Inaugural Ironman Leeds and Beyond

What a weekend it’s been for racing—and especially for our incredible BTC athletes who were out in force across multiple events with some remarkable performances!

🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ Ironman Leeds – Inaugural Edition

Five BTCers took on the inaugural Ironman Leeds, tackling a challenging and hilly course with strength and determination.

• Lauren Fry led the way for our women, finishing in an impressive 13:35:10 for an Ironman PB—a brilliant performance on a tough course.
• Among the men, Stephen Lloyd was our first finisher with a superb 11:50:43—an excellent time on debut terrain.
• He was closely followed by Jack Harper, who delivered a strong and steady race.
• Sam Lyons made his Ironman debut in style, going sub-13 and proudly ringing the First-Time Ironman Bell—a massive milestone and one to remember!
• Peter Fry rounded out our team, putting in a fantastic effort.

To top it off, some of our members were lucky enough to meet Sam Laidlow, the 2023 Ironman World Champion—what an inspirational moment!

🚴‍♀️🏊‍♀️ Outlaw Aquabike – John Dover Flying the Flag

John Dover represented BTC at the Outlaw Aquabike, delivering an outstanding performance to finish 2nd in his age category. Brilliant racing, John!

🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️ Salford Triathlon – Grand Prix Action Heats Up

Salford Triathlon was this month’s BTC Grand Prix race, and we had a fantastic turnout from our members—this series is really starting to heat up!

• Stacie Lythgo-King and Will Thomas took on the sprint distance, both putting in strong efforts and enjoying the race-day buzz.
• Louise Jones completed the standard distance triathlon with great form and determination.
• A special shout-out to Ella Rowan, who stormed to 1st overall in the standard distance aquabike! We all know what an amazing swimmer Ella is, and it’s clear those hours on the bike are starting to pay off. Fantastic racing!

Huge congratulations to everyone who raced this weekend—you continue to make the BTC community proud!

20.07.2025 – UCLAN Duathlon

🏁 UCLan Duathlon Success! 🏆

What a fantastic day of racing at the UCLan Duathlon! Our juniors were out in force and did the club proud with strong performances across the board. It’s always great to see their hard work and training paying off in competition.

A special shoutout goes to Ruby and Paula Pilling, who both won their age groups in outstanding fashion! Their determination, focus, and team spirit truly stood out – brilliant performances from both athletes.

We’re incredibly proud of all our junior competitors who showed great energy, resilience, and sportsmanship throughout the day. These events are a great way to gain experience and build confidence, and it’s clear our young athletes are growing stronger with each race.

Well done to everyone who took part, and thank you to the organisers, marshals, and parents for making it all possible.

Go team! 💪

🌟 Rising Star: Jessica Taylor Shines in British Triathlon NW 🌊🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️

In June BTC member Jessica featured as British Triathlon’s NW rising star.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate one of our very own – Jessica Taylor – who is making waves on the British Triathlon North West scene as a rising star in the sport.

Jessica’s journey began right here at Bolton Triathlon Club, where she trained as a junior and quickly stood out for her determination, athleticism, and love for triathlon. From her early days on the pool deck and running track to today’s podium finishes, Jessica has shown unwavering commitment and a passion that continues to inspire athletes across the region.

Now competing at a high level across the British Triathlon Super Series for Youth and Junior Triathletes, Jessica has become a name to watch. Her recent performances have earned her well-deserved recognition, and she continues to represent Bolton with pride, energy, and sportsmanship. Another rising star from BTC is Emily Hyder who also competes in the Super Series and trains with Jessica as part of the NW Academy for young talented triathletes. Emily recently took a fantastic second place in the 2025 Deva Divas Sprint Triathlon

Bolton Triathlon Club has always believed in nurturing young talent, and the progress of Jessica and Emily is a shining example of where dedication, support, and community spirit can lead. We’re thrilled to see their successes and can’t wait to watch their futures unfold as they climb the triathlon ranks.

Well done, Jessica and Emily – your Bolton Triathlon Club family is behind you all the way!

Click here to read the British Triathlon NW article

12th July – 🔥 Ripon Triathlon – Juniors Take the Spotlight! 🔥

Another brilliant weekend of racing – this time at the Ripon Triathlon, where our juniors absolutely stole the show! With grit, speed, and smiles all round, they put in some seriously impressive performances 💨

From start to finish, our young triathletes showed off everything we love about the sport – determination, teamwork, and sheer joy. Whether it was a first-timer crossing the finish line or a seasoned junior smashing a PB, every performance made us proud.

To top it all off, some of our juniors even got the chance to meet triathlon legends Alistair and Jonny Brownlee! An unforgettable moment that added even more inspiration to an already incredible day. Safe to say, a few dreams were made right there. ⭐️

It’s safe to say the future of the club is looking very bright. The effort and attitude on display were top-tier 😉

A massive well done to all who raced, and as always, a big thank you to the parents, volunteers, and organisers for their tireless support.

Keep training, keep smiling, and we’ll see you at the next one!

💪 BTC Women Shine at Deva Divas Triathlon 2025 🌊🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️

It was a fantastic day of racing in Chester yesterday as the BTC Women made a powerful impression at the ever-popular Deva Divas Triathlon — a welcoming, women-only event that attracted 177 athletes this year.

From the first splash in the River Dee, the action was on! Olivia Limbert led out of the water, but hot on her heels just 23 seconds later were our own Ella Carter and Emily Hyder, kicking off what would become a thrilling race to the finish.

By the end of the bike leg, Ella Rowan Carter had stormed ahead with a 3-minute lead. But in a dramatic final run lap, Olivia reclaimed the lead, with Emily pushing hard to overtake into second place, and Ella securing third — a double podium for BTC!

👏 Final podium:
🥇 1st – Olivia Limbert
🥈 2nd – Emily Hyder (BTC)
🥉 3rd – Ella Carter (BTC)

🏅 Claire Burns finished a superb 7th overall and was 1st in her age category.
🏅 Nina Carter placed 30th overall, achieving 4th in her age group.
🏅 Liz Dawson took 2nd in her age group in the Quadrathlon (a brilliant mix of swim, bike, run & kayak!).
🏅 Cheryl West crossed the line in 146th place, showing incredible progress by improving on her times from last year in all three disciplines — an amazing personal achievement!

This event is truly for everyone — from seasoned racers to those just starting out. The friendly, supportive atmosphere makes it a great race for triathletes of all abilities.

So, BTC women… how about giving it a go next year? 💙💛
You never know — you might just love it.

3rd July 2025🏅 Junior Aquathlon at Sharples School – A Splashing Success! 🏃‍♂️💦

This week, our club proudly hosted a Junior Aquathlon at Sharples School, giving our young athletes the perfect chance to practice their racing and transition skills in a fun, supportive environment.

The event was all about building confidence, learning through experience, and most importantly — having fun! From the swim to the run, every junior gave it their all, showing determination, teamwork, and fantastic sportsmanship throughout.

To celebrate their achievements, every participant was awarded a medal and a sweet cone, a small treat for a big effort! 🎉

A huge well done to all our juniors — you made us proud! And thank you to all the volunteers and supporters who helped make this event possible.