Outlaw nottingham

half

Date: 23 May 2027
Start time: 6:00am
Distances:
1.2 mile swim
|
56 mile bike
|
13.1 mile run
Location: National Water Sports Centre, Nottingham
Entry Options: Individual or Relay

2027
2027
2027

130
Days
11
Hours
41
Minutes
58
Seconds

// swim course

1.2 miles

Lake

The 1.2 mile swim takes place in the Regatta Lake at the National Water Sports Centre with a time trial format start. The swim is easy to navigate with an out and back course which exits via a pontoon close to transition.

// bike course

56 miles

Flat

The 56 mile bike course takes you along a relatively flat route out into the rolling Nottinghamshire countryside before you return to the Water Sports Centre, past the stunning Holme Pierrepont Hall for the final leg of the race.

// run course

13.1 miles

Fast

After dismounting your bike, you'll then tackle the 13.1 mile, flat, 3-lap run course, which takes in the River Trent, White Water Rapids and Regatta Lake. You'll run past the grandstand twice before heading onto the Orange carpet to finish in front of your supporters.

What's included...

Stunning venues

Outlaw races take place in some of the UK’s moststunning and iconic locations, carefully chosen tooffer the very best race-day experience.

crowd cheering

Amazing atmosphere

With our supportive staff & volunteers, great commentary, a live DJ, and smooth organisation, the atmosphere at Outlaw is unforgettable - even if you’re just watching.

Orange carpet finish with family and friends

At Outlaw events, your biggest supporters can join you for those final moments across the finish line - making it even more meaningful.

On course support & nutrition

From cheering supporters to well-stocked feed stations and on-the-spot mechanics, everything’s in place to keep you going strong from start to finish.

Finishers’ technical t-shirt & medal

Take pride in your achievement with a quality medal and performance tee - a lasting reminder of what you pushed through to reach the finish line.

Chip timing, tracking & Category awards

Track your performance in detail with live event tracking and full split breakdowns - so you can see where you excelled and where you can push further to make improvements next time.

plate of food

Free post-race meal & Recovery Area

We want you to feel supported at every step, even when it’s all over. Have a well-deserved rest and enjoy a well-deserved post-race meal on us!

personalised photo packages available to purchase

Capture the day with high-quality, professional race-day photos - available to purchase after the event.

swim hat & bottles

You’ll get an official Outlaw swim hat for the event, along with bottles to keep you hydrated on the day - and to take home as a keepsake.

FAQs.

Can I pay in instalments?

Our booking partner Let’s Do This provide an option to pay in instalments so that you can spread the cost of your booking (you can see their terms and conditions here).  Please note that until your fee is paid in full, you will not be allowed to participate and you will not be able to access the relevant withdrawal options e.g. refunds, transfers or deferrals.  If you do not keep to the payment schedule, you will lose your place and your deposit.

What's the registration process at the event?

Race pack collection and racking will be on Saturday. Race packs will not be posted and there is no option to rack. Photo ID will be required for all Race Pack Collection. Bikes must be stickered prior to racking and security wristbands must be worn at all times for access to Transition – including collecting your bike post race.

What's the race start format?

The start format will be time trial with swimmers being sent off the pontoons at short intervals. Start times are allocated based on submitted swim time. Individuals will receive their personal start time prior to the event.

What are the cut-off times?

We want to support everyone to have a great race. However, race cut offs exist so that we can manage athlete safety, meet our commitments to the venue, the Highways Agency and our team of volunteers and crew. Always refer to the Final Race Information for the confirmed cut off details. However, our expected cut-offs for this event are:


There will be intermediary cut off points on the Run. Always refer to the Final Race Information for the confirmed cut off details.

Discipline Discipline Time Time after wave start
Swim & T1 1hr 20mins 1hr 20mins
Bike & T2 4hrs 5hrs 20mins
Run 3hrs 40mins 9hrs
How old do you have to be for this event?

Minimum Age – Individual: 18 by 31 December 2027, Relay – Swim: 17 by 31 December 2027, Bike: 17 by 31 December 2027, Relay - Run: 18 by 31 December 2027

Can you take part as a relay?

This event can be done as an individual or join in with friends and complete it as a 2 or 3 person Relay.

I am unable to race, what are my options?

I am unable to race, what are my options?

If you purchased refundable registration at the point of entry, you can claim using this link: https://form.refundable.me/ — you'll need your booking reference, which is on your confirmation email.

You have three options: defer or transfer your entry, withdraw, or change your entry type.

Defer your entry or transfer to another event You can defer to Outlaw Nottingham Half 2028, or transfer to another 2027 event, up to 28 days before your event (by 23:59, 18 April 2027). If you're moving to a higher-priced event, you'll need to pay the balance of the entry fee.

  • If you entered before 31 December 2026: defer or transfer for free
  • If you entered from 1 January 2027 onwards: defer for £50 or transfer for £30
  • Pregnant or starting IVF: you can defer at any time before the event — please contact us

Once an entry is deferred or transferred, it becomes non-refundable.

Withdraw You can withdraw at any time. Withdrawals made before 18 April 2027 (28 days before the event) are eligible for a partial refund; there's no refund after that.

  • If you entered before 31 December 2026: 50% refund of your entry fee
  • If you entered from 1 January 2027 onwards: 25% refund of your entry fee
  • Additional items can be refunded if they haven't been dispatched or actioned

Change entry type (Individual ↔ Relay or Aquabike) Subject to capacity, you can change your entry type up to 18 April 2027 (additional fees apply if moving to a higher-priced entry). To change to a Relay team: £30 (2-person team) or £40 (3-person team). Relay teams can swap team members up to 30 April 2027.

Deadline for all requests: 23:59, 18 April 2027

more information...

For more information, go to the Nottingham Weekend overview page. You’ll find details on camping, parking and spectating.
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