Location and Directions

The event is taking place at the fantastic Dorney Lake, one of the venues for the 2012 Olympic Games.

Eton College Rowing Centre
Dorney Lake
Windsor
SL4 6QP
Tel: 01753 832756

Open from 8:00am until 7:00pm on Friday 3rd July.

Dorney Lake is ideally located within easy reach of London, Heathrow Airport, the M4 corridor and the M25, M40 and M3 motorways. It is also well-served by the rail network.

By Road

- Exit the M4 motorway at Junction 7
- Turn left onto the A4 towards Maidenhead Pass through one set of traffic lights and after 500m turn left at roundabout onto B3026, signposted for Dorney and Eton
- Pass back over the M4 entering village of Dorney
- On sharp left-hand bend, turn right signposted Dorney Reach
- After 400m enter Dorney Lake site through large double white gates
Parking

Car parking is available to the side of the main access road, an 800m walk from the transition area. There will be parking attendants to direct you. Arrival and departure is allowed at any time between 8:00am and 7:00pm.

The disabled drop-off point / parking is situated behind the Clubhouse. Please be aware that the road leading to the Clubhouse becomes part of the race course, so any vehicles must be parked before 9:00am.

By Train

Main stations for Dorney Lake are Slough (Paddington line) and Windsor & Eton Riverside (from Waterloo) but is also near Burnham, Taplow, Maidenhead and Windsor & Eton Central (branch of Paddington line).

All these stations are within a quarter-hour drive of Dorney Lake.

Taxis

There are taxi ranks at most stations. Otherwise call:
Burnham Cars on 01753 775770
Windsor Radio Cars on 01753 677677
Five Star Radio Cars on 01753 858888

Local Hotels

Copthorne Hotel
Cippenham Lane
Slough
SL1 2YE
Tel: 01753 516222
Distance to Dorney Lake: 4.2 miles
Price: From £76.50

The Manor Hotel
Village Green
Datchet
SL3 9EA
Tel: 01753 543442
Distance to Dorney Lake: 4.8 miles
Price: From £110

Express By Holiday Inn
Mill Street
S12 5DD
Slough
Tel: 0871 423 4896
Distance to Dorney Lake: 5.2 miles
Price: From £50

Holiday Inn
Manor Lane
Maidenhead
SL6 2RA
Tel: 0871 423 4901    
Distance to Dorney Lake: 6.7 miles
Price: From £98

Royal Adelaide Hotel
46 Kings Road
Cnr Adelaide Square
SL4 2AG
Tel: 01753 863 916
Distance to Dorney Lake: 7.4 miles
Price: £100 - £150

Changing Facilities

Changing and showering facilities are available at Dorney Lake upstairs in the Clubhouse. Access will be available from 8:00am on the day of the event.

Competitors will be able to take one bag into transition which is secure to competitors only. There is no provision for secure storage of valuables. The organisers are not responsible for any loss of property.

Food & Drink

A café/bar will be open from 9:00am in the Clubhouse, serving breakfast rolls, sandwiches, snacks and soft and alcoholic drinks all day. There will also be a barbeque just outside the Clubhouse, serving burgers and salads.

You are very welcome to bring a picnic with you which you will be able to enjoy on the spectator green (weather permitting of course!) However, the venue does not allow personal gazebos or barbeques. Please ensure you dispose of rubbish in the bins provided.

Spectators

There is plenty of space for spectators so please encourage family and friends to come and support you! Their cheers may be just the push you need as you’re nearing the finish line.

Please be aware that spectators will not be allowed in the transition area.

Dogs are welcome at Dorney Lake but must be kept on a lead please.

Property Triathlon T.Shirts

Long sleeved T.Shirts will be on sale on the day, with all proceeds going to charity. A perfect souvenir of the day!