International Men’s Day Charity Triathlon in Falmouth: 12 Hours for Man Down UK
A free 12 hour charity triathlon at St Michaels Health Club, Falmouth, on 19 November 2026, raising money for Man Down UK.
On Thursday 19 November 2026, St Michaels Health Club in Falmouth hosts a free, 12 hour continuous charity triathlon for International Men’s Day, with every penny raised going to Man Down UK. Swim 200m, ride 5 miles on a static bike and cover 2km outdoors, at your own pace, with limited places and no time limit to finish.
| Event | International Men’s Day Charity Triathlon |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday 19 November 2026 |
| Time | 08:00 to 20:00, with a start slot every 15 minutes through the day, from 08:00 |
| Where | St Michaels Health Club, Falmouth, Cornwall |
| Address | Gyllyngvase Beach, TR11 4NB |
| Cost | Free to enter. We’d love every participant to aim to raise £100 for Man Down UK |
| Challenge | 200m swim, 5 mile static bike, 2km outdoor run (walking welcome) |
| Places | Limited places, no time limit to finish |
| Who can take part | Anyone aged 18 or over, any fitness level |
| Raising money for | Man Down UK, a Cornwall-born community interest company running free men’s talking groups |
| How to book | Sign up using the form on the event page, or at Health Club Reception |
International Men’s Day is a day to check in on the men in your life, and for men to check in with themselves. Often the hardest part of a tough time isn’t the tough time itself. It’s finding the words to say it out loud.
So we’re doing something about it. It’s bigger than sport. It’s a community showing up for each other.
Why men’s mental health matters
Man Down’s mission is to end the stigma and reduce male suicide by giving men a place to talk about how they really feel.
Who Man Down UK are
Man Down UK is a non-profit community interest company (CIC) that started in Cornwall. It runs free, informal, peer-led talking groups for men aged 18 and over. There’s nothing to book. Men just turn up, and they can share or simply listen. The money you raise helps Man Down reach more men who may be struggling, in Falmouth, across Cornwall and beyond. You can find out more at mandown.org.
The challenge: swim, bike, run
- Swim: 200m in the pool
- Bike: 5 miles on a static bike
- Run: 2km on our outdoor route (walking is welcome)
Places are limited, with a start slot every 15 minutes through the day, from 08:00, and no time limit to finish. Fitness fanatic, weekend warrior or haven’t swum a length in years: you’re welcome. Finishing is the point.
How to take part
Entry is free. We’d love every participant to aim to raise £100 for Man Down UK. Set up your fundraising page. Participants must be 18 or over.
To book your place, sign up using the form on the event page, or at Health Club Reception. Places are limited, and popular start times will go first. We’ll confirm your place by email.
Can’t take part? Donate or come and cheer
You don’t need to swim, cycle or run to make a difference. Every penny donated through our official fundraising link goes straight to Man Down UK. Or come along on the day and cheer. A loud welcome at the finish matters more than you’d think.
Stay for food at Nourish
Nourish is open all day with salads and pizzas. Participants get 20% off food, and family and friends are welcome to join you. Pull up a chair, swap stories from the pool and keep the conversation going.
Frequently asked questions
When is the International Men’s Day charity triathlon in Falmouth?
It takes place on Thursday 19 November 2026, from 08:00 to 20:00, at St Michaels Health Club in Falmouth.
How much does it cost to take part?
Entry is free. We’d love every participant to aim to raise £100 for Man Down UK.
What do I have to do?
Complete a 200m swim in the pool, a 5 mile ride on a static bike and a 2km run on our outdoor route. Walking the 2km is welcome.
Do I need to be fit?
No. Whether you train every week or haven’t swum a length in years, you’re welcome. There is no time limit to finish.
Who can take part?
Anyone aged 18 or over. Places are limited, so book early.
How do I book my place?
Sign up using the form on the event page, or at Health Club Reception.
Where does the money go?
Every penny donated through our official fundraising link goes straight to Man Down UK, which runs free, informal, peer-led talking groups for men.
Can I just come and watch?
Yes. Come along on the day and cheer participants on at the finish. Nourish is open all day if you’d like to stay for food.
Together, let’s go the distance for Man Down UK.
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