Organisers of the Lakesman Triathlon are celebrating after the event was voted the best triathlon in the world.

The event, held in Keswick, was voted the 'Best of the Best' by Racecheck, an event review platform.

The Lakesman Triathlon, which has been a key fixture in the triathlon calendar since 2016, was recognised as the best with more than 100,000 reviews contributing to the rankings.

Lakesman Triathlon includes a 56 mile bike ride through the West Lakes (Image: Supplied) The event is a collaborative effort between Cumberland Council, Better, and family-run business Lakesman Events Ltd.

Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s executive member for vibrant and healthy places, said: "The Lakesman Triathlon has firmly established itself as one of the most popular endurance races in the UK and beyond, attracting athletes from all over the world to experience the stunning backdrop of Cumbria.

"Being voted the world’s best triathlon by Racecheck is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the dedication of the organisers, volunteers, and the entire community who make this event so special.

"I have no doubt it will continue to grow, inspiring even more participants."

The event consists of a 1.2 mile (1.9km) swim in Derwentwater, a 56 mile (90km) bike ride through the West Lakes, and a multi-lap half-marathon around Keswick.

Marie Whitehead, event director, said: "We started this event in 2016 with the ethos of putting our athletes first, and this recognition is testament to that initial ambition.

"We are lucky to be able to stage a backdrop in the most beautiful location, with fabulous partners and local sponsors who support us every year."

The Racecheck Awards are determined solely by participant feedback.

Events do not pay to be considered, and winners are decided on verified athlete reviews.

This year, 205 events across 14 countries qualified for recognition, highlighting Lakesman’s achievement on the global stage.

Martin Horne, partnership manager for GLL, said: "We're absolutely thrilled to see The Lakesman voted ‘Best of the Best’ triathlon.

"This recognition is a testament to the dedication, passion, and hard work of everyone involved."

Lakesman 2025 is back on June 15 and is set to attract an even greater number of competitors.

Those interested in participating can sign up at thelakesman.com