The Outlaw Holkham Half takes place at the stunning historic Holkham Estate as part of the Outlaw Half Holkham Weekend. Featuring a half-distance triathlon layout, athletes compete individually or as part of a relay team across a private lake swim, an undulating coastal/countryside bike route, and a scenic multi-lap estate run.
Event Details:
Participants enjoy end-to-end athlete support, live timing split tracking, mechanical and nutrition support, and an energetic atmosphere with a live DJ, great commentary, and an iconic orange carpet finish where family and friends can join athletes across the line.
The 1.2 mile swim is a single loop in the private lake at Holkham Estate starting from pontoons in a time trial format. The 56 mile bike course is a single-lap rolling route through North Norfolk countryside and coastal roads, passing Sandringham Estate and climbing to the Obelisk before descending into T2. The 13.1 mile run consists of three laps around Holkham Estate on undulating roads and tracks, starting with a climb to the Obelisk and concluding with an orange carpet finish.
Distance: 1.2 miles
The 1.2 mile swim takes place in the stunning private lake at Holkham Estate, set against the impressive backdrop of Holkham Hall. Athletes will start in a time trial format, completing a single loop that takes them to the far end of the lake, around the island, and back to the Transition area positioned directly in front of the Hall.
Distance: 56 miles
The 56 mile bike course takes you out of the estate onto a single-lap, undulating route through some of the most beautiful countryside and coastal roads North Norfolk has to offer, including past Sandringham Estate. Best described as rolling, it isn’t flat, but there are no steep gradients to contend with. On your return, you'll climb up to the Obelisk, where you can admire the stunning views before descending into T2.
Distance: 13.1 miles
The 13.1 mile run kicks off with a climb back to the Obelisk before you take on the first of three laps around the spectacular Holkham Estate. The undulating roads and tracks, the breathtaking scenery, and the incredible crowd support will drive you on as you push through the final miles. You’ll pass the finish area a couple of times before soaking up the roar of the crowd and making your triumphant sprint down the orange carpet.
Our booking partner Let’s Do This provide an option to pay in instalments so that you can spread the cost of your booking. 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.
Race pack collection and racking will be on Saturday. Race packs will not be posted and there is no option to rack on Sunday. 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.
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.
Expected cut offs for this event are: Swim & T1: 1hr 20mins; Bike & T2: 5hrs 20mins; Run: 9hrs total after wave start (3hrs 40mins for run). There will be intermediary cut off points on the Run. Always refer to the Final Race Information for the confirmed cut off details.
Minimum Age – Individual: 18 by 31 December 2027. Relay – Swim: 17 by 31 December 2027, Bike: 17 by 31 December 2027, Run: 18 by 31 December 2027.
This event can be done as an individual or join in with friends and complete it as a 2 or 3 person Relay.
You have three options: defer or transfer your entry, withdraw, or change your entry type. Deferrals or transfers to another 2027 event can be requested up to 28 days before the event (by 23:59, 06 June 2027). If you entered before 31 December 2026, deferral/transfer is free and withdrawals receive a 50% refund. If you entered from 1 January 2027 onwards, deferral is £50, transfer is £30, and withdrawal receives a 25% refund. Pregnant or starting IVF athletes can defer at any time before the event.