ASTONATHLON 2026
Astonathlon is back!
On Sunday 3rd May the village’s best runners, riders, drinkers and supporters will be back at the Chequers for one of the Astons’ best social events – served with a side of exercise for those who are so inclined!
Registration is open now through this link.
Date: Sunday 3rd May 2026
Time: Register at 15:45 at the Chequers.
Race starts at 16:00.
Sprint class: 5km run and 12km cycle.
Olympic class: 10km run and 36km cycle.
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Teams: You must enter as a team
of two competing either as all male, all female or mixed teams. No
individual race option. Cyclists must be at least 16 years of age
and runners must be at least 14 years of age on race day.
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Restrictions: Teams must
consist of at least one current village resident. Friends and family
members from outside the village are warmly welcomed as additional team
mates.
- Handicap: As in previous years a time handicap will be applied based on average team age and start times adjusted accordingly.
- Registration: Please register through this link by 12 April 2026. Race entry is £30 per person which includes a delicious evening meal at the Chequers. Any proceeds will be split between the Astons Recreation Committee (ARC) and the Didcot Emergency Foodbank. Participants will also have to sign a disclaimer form which will be sent to you once you have registered.
- Post Race: Olivier at the Chequers have kindly offered to open for post-race celebrations. There will be a meal provided for competitors and marshalls (on submission of race numbers and/ or marshall station numbers). Supporters can buy a meal ticket on the day.
- Contact: astonathlon1@mail.com
The Cycling Route Map - click image to download.
The Running Route Map - click image to download.
A stretch of the running route in Aston Tirrold.