Triathlon is a real spectators’ sport. The three events centre round the transition area – next to The Lowry and Huron Basin. So, unlike a marathon, where you wait ages to see the athletes come past once - you get much more of the action as the competitors return after each lap of each leg of the race. If you want to see the major parts of the race, stick around the Plaza area.

Start times

First waves of age groupers: 7.00am

Last age group wave: 8.35am

Women's Elite: 10.30am

Men's Elite: 12.45pm

Elite prize giving: 3.00pm

Age group prize giving: 3.45pm

Each race lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours, depending on the gender and performance.

Swim

Get a place along The Designer Outlet side of the Huron Basin, on Detroit Bridge (Big Red).

Bike

The route runs from The Quays into Manchester city centre and turns at Albert Square. Watch anywhere along The Quays Road or Trafford Road and you’ll be able to walk back to The Quays to catch the run.

Run

Competitors run across The Lowry Footbridge into Trafford, past the Imperial War Museum North and turn outside Manchester United’s ground. Anywhere along Trafford Wharf Road should give you a good view. You can cross the water in a water taxi (£1 each way) that runs from 7.00am from The Lowry to Trafford Wharfside.

Transition

The transition area for the elites is on the bund at the Lowry end of Dock 9 - see how quickly the pros get out of their wetsuits and out onto the bike route!

Finish

The Plaza is definitely the place to be for the finish line.

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