ultimate weekend guide

ULTIMATE
WEEKEND
GUIDE
SANDMAN TRIATHLON
ULTIMATE WEEKEND GUIDE
ACCOMMODATION AND
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Welcome to the Sandman Triathlon Ultimate Weekend Guide. Saturday
Where to Stay?
How to get here?
Anglesey and the surrounding areas have numerous excellent hotels, B&B’s and self-catering options to choose from. Many of which are located
on the ride route meaning both participating and
spectating couldn’t be easier.
Anglesey, North Wales has superb transport links.
It is incredibly easy to find.
and Sunday 12th/13th September will be the fifth instalment of the iconic
triathlon. The Sandman Triathlon is expected to welcome hundreds of
triathletes and thousands of spectators to Anglesey to see this epic sporting
spectacle, and if you’re reading this you are likely to be one of them!
In this guide we have included some useful tips to help you make the most of
your Sandman Triathlon experience. In it you will find:
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Travel information
Accommodation advice
What’s going on in the Event Village
The best way to follow the action with the Live Tracker!
The best viewing points to watch the Triathlon
Not only that but we have included a whole section on how to make a fantastic
weekend out of the Sandman Triathlon. We have included some awesome
things for you to see and do while you are over here. So if you, or someone you
know is doing the triathlon, make sure you bring your friends and family and
spend an incredible weekend in one of the most stunning areas in the UK.
By Road:
We recommend looking for accommodation in the
following hotels to make it as easy for you as possible on event day:
Easily accessible from many of the main motorways, the race is located just off the A55 Expressway, and can be reached within a couple of hours if
you’re travelling from the North West.
The Bulkely Hotel, Beaumaris:
Car Parking:
http://www.bulkeleyhotel.co.uk
Car parking will be located at the main car park in
Newborough Forest, Anglesey.
Treysgawen Hall:
http://www.treysgawen-hall.co.uk
Safety Notice: Please be aware of cyclists on the
road!
We hope you have a great time and we look forward to seeing
you soon.
- The Always Aim High Team
The view on the journey to the start line is worth doing the triathlon alone!
GET THE BEST VIEW
Where to watch?
At the Event Village (All routes):
On 12th and 13th September, Newborough Forest, Anglesey will be transformed
into the Sandman Triathlon Event Village. This village will be where all triathletes
start and finish the triathlon so it’s a great place to watch and capture their moment of glory!
Not only that but the event village will also be home to music, entertainment, displays and other attractions the whole family can enjoy. So if your thinking of coming down to watch the Sandman Triathlon make sure you bring the whole family!
2014 Sandman Tri Event Village
On the Route:
Aberffraw (Full and Savage race only):
Aberffraw Bridge
One of the best places to watch the triathlon in full flow is in the town of Aberffraw. Aberffraw is a small village and community on the south west coast of the
Isle of Anglesey, in Wales, by the west bank of the Afon Ffraw.
You can take a leisurely stroll along the streets of this beautiful town where you
will find terrific cafes, public bars, and of course a beautiful beach!
While you are in Aberffraw make sure you have a look at the town’s famous Aberffraw Bridge!
Malltraeth (Sprint, Full and Savage):
Malltraeth is a small village on the South West Coast of the Isle of Anglesey,
situated on the banks of the River Cefni. It is well known for the Malltraeth Cob,
which is a mile long embankment, over which the Anglesey Coastal path runs, as
well as the ‘Lon Las Cefni’ cycle track.
All Sprint, Full and Savage triathletes will pass through this small, but full of character village during the Sandman Triathlon, making this idyllic village is a great
place to visit. Make sure you grab some fish and chips whilst enjoying the gorgeous views!
Malltraeth Cob
FOLLOWING THE ACTION
Live Tracker
The most accurate way to stay up-to-date with the Triathlon action is to use the Anglesey Sandman Triathlon Live Tracker. It is a completely free online tool which you can
use through your Facebook and/or Twitter account.
On event day, spectators can get the status of riders in real-time using the Participant
Tracker & Leaderboard. Details such as time, speed, and estimated finish will be instantly available!
All you have to do is visit
www.angleseysandman/content/live-race-tracker
and you can type in the name of the person you want to follow.
Then link it to your Facebook or Twitter and you are away! It really is as simple as that.
ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Facebook & Twitter
You can follow all of the Sandman Triathlon action on our social media channels. Make
sure you’re following us on social media with live photos and updates being shared on
the Facebook page and Tweets shared on our Twitter page.
Facebook:
www.facebook.com/alwaysaimhigh
Twitter:
@aahevents
www.alwaysaimhighevents.com
Another great place follow the action is on our website above. Here you will find a link to
all of the Sandman Triathlon results, photos and race-report!
ANGLESEY SANDMAN TRIATHLON
Junior Triathletes!
Sandman Tri Junior Races
This year will see the return of the popular Anglesey Sandman Junior Triathlon. The triathlon will be held
at Newborough, Anglesey on Saturday 12th September. With 5 races in total (from age 8-16) the Sandman Triathlon really is a Triathlon for all!
If you live in the Bro Aberffraw district you can enter the event for free!!
For more information please visit:
www.angleseysandman.com/content/junior-race-information
AAHE OTHER EVENTS
Snowman Tri!
Snowman Tri!
The Snowman Triathlon is undoubtedly one of the toughest triathlons in the whole of the UK! Being set in
the awe inspiring Snowdonia National Park, the race route is as stunning as it is challenging.
The swim takes place in Llyn Mymbyr at the shores of Plas Y Brenin Mountain Centre - home to quite
possibly the most beautiful view in the world. The cycle ride takes in some of the best roads, climbs and
of course views Snowdonia National Park has to offer while the run up Moel Siabod is one of the most
incredible runs on any triathlon route in the country..
For more information please:
http://snowmantri.com/
Huntsman Tri!
The Huntsman Triathlon is the perfect end of season closer for you to finish your triathlon year on a high!
The venue for the Huntsman Tri is the Royal Engineers military training ground situated on the banks of
the idyllic Hawley Lake, Hampshire.
The Huntsman Triathlon route features an open-water swim in Hawley Lake, a road cycle around the
stunning Hampshire rural countryside and a trail run through the gorgeous Hawley wood surrounding the
lake. The Huntsman Triathlon features both a Standard distance and a Sprint distance making it perfect
for pros and novices alike.
For more information please visit:
http://huntsmantri.com/
Huntsman Tri!
MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!
Anglesey Sea Zoo
What to do?
North Wales is one of the most beautiful places in the UK. So when you come to the
Anglesey Sandman, bring the family and make a weekend of it.
Anglesey and the surrounding areas offer something for everyone, including striking
mountains, rolling countryside and idyllic running trails. The area also boasts tonnes of
awesome attractions, events and adventure sports.
Anglesey Sea Zoo:
Incredible invertebrates in the No Bone Zone, and submarine Wolves! The thrill of
crashing waves, before getting inside the Seven Sisters Shipwreck! See conservation
in action at the Lobster Hatchery and the Seahorse Nursery. Then walk the Shark
Pool grids, and glimpse a Kelp Forest full of huge fish. With over 150 species, all from
around the Anglesey coasts.
Oriel Ynys Môn
You can find out more:
http://www.angleseyseazoo.co.uk/
Oriel Ynys Môn:
The main art gallery holds up to eight exhibitions annually by local, national and international artists, while the Long Gallery and the Central Gallery exhibit six shows a year.
Oriel Kyffin Williams has a dynamic and changing programme of exhibitions displaying
the artists’ work. The History Gallery gives an introduction to the island’s past.
You can find out more by visiting:
http://www.kyffinwilliams.info/
Foel Farm
Foel Farm Park near Brynsiencyn on Anglesey offers a great family visit to experience
the sights, sounds and smells of a real working farm. We invite all visitors to meet,
touch and feed the animals. See a real farm at work, meet and feed the animals at the
wonderful setting
You can find out more by visiting:
http://www.foelfarm.co.uk/
Visit Anglesey webpage:
For more Anglesey attractions please visit:
http://www.visitanglesey.co.uk/
Foel Farm
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
We hope you have a fabulous day