Eastbourne Standard Distance Triathlon

The beautiful seaside town of Eastbourne welcomes athletes back for the Eastbourne Triathlon on the 12th July 2026. Athletes of all abilities and experience, from novice to elite, can sign up to take on the challenge. Starting from the lifeguard’s beach, triathletes will take on an iconic route, swimming against the backdrop of the historic Eastbourne pier, cycling on closed-roads through the South Downs National Park via Beachy Head and running on the iconic promenade to Holywell, before finishing on the Western Lawns.

One of the most challenging Standard Distance triathlons in the country. A 1,500m swim against the iconic backdrop of Eastbourne pier, followed by 40km bike route with 700m of climbing and a scenic seafront 10km run. There are also relay, duathlon (run/bike/run) and aquathon (swim/run) options.

Perfect for...

More experienced triathletes and those looking to race a standard distance race for the first time. Age-group athletes seeking qualification for the GB Age Group Team.

One of the most scenic and challenging sprint distance races in the country, Eastbourne Triathlon has once again been selected as a British Triathlon Team Qualifier. The 2026 Standard Distance race will be a qualifier for the 2027 World Championship Standard Distance Triathlon.

To be considered for selection, athletes must register their intent to qualify via th BTF here: https://www.britishtriathlon.org/gb-teams/age-group/2027-world-standard-distance-triathlon-championships-qualifier-event-_20537

Key Facts

Date: Sunday 12th July 2026
Location: Western Lawns, Eastbourne
Start time: TBC
Swim: 1,500m (sea)
Bike: 40km (2 laps of a closed-road circuit) - 700m elevation
Run: 10km (mostly tarmac with a section of gravel path)
Awards: For the Standard Triathlon, awards will be given for the first three open and female overall plus first three in every 5-year age group. For the duathlon, aquathlon and relay options awards will be given to the top three open and female overall.

Perfect for...

Swim 1500m

Bike 40km

Run 10km