Watersports Events in North East

Award-winning sprint triathlon with open water swim in the tidal River Coquet below Warkworth Castle. Triathlon England Small Event of the Year 2025.

Open water swim at the scenic Derwent Reservoir near Consett, County Durham. Multiple distances for all abilities.

Head to Beadnell Bay for Round 3 of the BKSA Foiling Series, where the UK’s top kite foilers battle it out on Northumberland’s stunning coastline. A must-watch event for fans of high-speed, cutting-edge kitesurfing action.

Newcastle’s Tyne Regatta brings fast-paced rowing racing to the iconic Tyne river, attracting clubs from across the north of England.

10th anniversary Geordieman half-triathlon with open water swim in Ladyburn Lake, scenic coastal bike and flat run. Solo and relay options.

Swimming festival near Newcastle with multiple distances plus paddling activities, BBQ and community atmosphere.

Take on the Durham Long Distance Sculls and Small Boats Head in November, a challenging head race along the River Wear for scullers and small boat crews.

Close out the 2026 rowing season at the Rutherford Head on 5 December — a challenging processional time trial on the Tyne in Newcastle.