Published: April 12, 2008
Burnham-On-Sea Aquathon attracts over 120 athletes

Over 120 athletes from across the West Country competed in the annual Burnham-On-Sea Aquathon on Sunday (April 13th).

The gruelling event took place in glorious sunshine and featured a 1000 metre swim in Burnham pool followed by a 10km run from Burnham to Berrow and back.

Iain Hindes from North Devon Triathletes won the men's event in a fast time of 54 minutes, 11 seconds while the overall winner of the women's race was Helen Parkinson in 56 minutes, 27 seconds.

Both were presented with their awards by Burnham pool's new bosses, Sara-Jane Cox and Mark Conklin, in a ceremony after Sunday's event.

A shorter, second race featuring a 500m swim and 5km run also took place and this was won by Steve Ferguson (26 minutes, 38 seconds) and Kira Thorpe (32 minutes, 52 seconds). Click here for full results.

Burnham pool's new bosses, Sara-Jane Cox and Mark Conklin, handed over prizes to the race's overall winners Iain Hindes and Helen Parkinson.

The winners lined up outside Burnham swimming pool to take a well-earned rest after Sunday's event.

One of the competitors safely crossed The Esplanade during Sunday's event.

The beach run was enjoyed by competitors.

Burnham swimming pool was busy with swimmers.

Mark Conklin shakes the hand of overall winner Iain Hindes of North Devon Triathletes.

Warm sunshine bathed the awards ceremony on Sunday afternoon.