OLYMPIC medallists, the Brownlee brothers, are to stage their own triathlon through a World Heritage Site in North Yorkshire.

The historical grandeur of Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, near Ripon, will form the backdrop to a new triathlon launched by Alistair and Jonny Brownlee this September.

The course will involve a 400m swim in Studley Royal lake, a 10km bike ride through a medieval deer park and a 2.5km run through Studley Royal water garden and the ruins of Fountains Abbey.

Alistair, who won gold at the 2012 London Olympics, and Jonny, who won bronze and is the current reigning ITU World Champion, say they want the triathlon to be part of their Olympic legacy.

Jonny said: “It’s great to be holding our first Brownlee Triathlon at Fountains Abbey. As young children, our parents used to take us there for walks to try and wear us out so we have good memories of the place.

“We want this triathlon to be part of our legacy and to see as many people take part as possible.”

The event will take place on Saturday, September 21.

People interested in taking part can register for a place from 10am on Tuesday, June 4. Places are expected to sell out quickly.

For more information about the Brownlee Triathlon, visit www.brownleetriathlon.com.

There will be updates through Twitter via @Brownleetri or on facebook at www.facebook.com/ brownleetriathlon.