Gullane Beach Triathlon 2026

6th September 2026 Event Permitting In Progress

Event Information

Gullane Beach Triathlon returns for it's 30th year!

Come and race Scotland's first first sea swim based standard distance triathlon race, and one of the most scenic triathlons in Britain.

This year we have for entry options:
Individual - race the full distance yourself.
Relay - race as a team of 2 or 3, with each team member taking on one or two disciplines!
Swim-Bike - race the swim (1.9km) and bike (42km) course only.
Bike-Run - race the bike (42km) and run (10km) course only.
Event Information

Swim 1500m:
A 2 lap sea swim in Gullane Bay with a unique beach run.

Bike 42km:
A multi-lap course on quiet roads close to Gullane.
Run 10km:
2 laps of a mainly off-road circuit, including wonderful sea views.
Gullane is located on the East Lothian coast approximately 18 miles east of Edinburgh on the A198.

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Contact Details

Event Experience

Event Facilities

  • Toilets
  • Showers
  • Chip Timing
  • Results on Website
  • Aid Stations
  • Secure Transition
  • Racking
Triathlon Scotland note: So that as many people as possible have the chance to participate in triathlon, all of our events are welcoming and strive to be fully inclusive. To ensure that your participation is as enjoyable as possible, please contact the event organiser in advance of entering if you have any additional needs/requirements.

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  • British Triathlon
  • sportscotland
  • University of Stirling
  • Equality in Sport
  • Winning Students Scotland
  • Big Lottery Fund
  • MM Search
  • Lasers Are Us
  • We Are a Living Wage Employer
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