THE first open water event in the Yorkshire 2012 triathlon and marathon season will take place at Allerthorpe Lakeland Park, near York, on Sunday, June 17.
The Allerthorpe Sprint Triathlon is a 750 metre swim around the lake followed by a 20 kilometre bike ride, and ending with an out and back 5k run on quiet country roads.
The event is open to all abilities and novices are welcome, according to organisers Freebird Events of York.
Further information is available by visiting the website www.freebirdeventsco.uk/allerthorpesprint.html
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