2026 Galashiels Triathlon
Welcome to the 2026 Galashiels Triathlon
Get ready for an action-packed weekend of fun, fitness, and friendly competition for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re dipping your toes into the sport or pushing for a personal best, we’ve got a race for you!
We’re thrilled to welcome athletes to our brand-new pool for another incredible year of racing. Our much-loved Come and Tri, Sprint, and Junior series events return — perfect for beginners, youngsters, and those looking to test their speed.
After the huge success of last year’s new formats, we’re excited to offer Aquabike (swim + bike) and Aquarun (swim + run) again! These options are ideal for multi-sport athletes who want to mix things up and skip a leg… literally!
Join us for a weekend of community, challenge, and celebration. Whether you swim, bike, run — or just do two — let’s make 2026 our best race year yet!
NOTE – Due to ongoing works we are unable to provide maps for this event. We will update the website in due course.
Your First Triathlon? Find out all you need to know HERE
Saturday 9th May
COME & TRI
Looking for a friendly way to kick off your season? Our Come and Tri event is ideal for beginners, those returning from a break or injury or anyone looking for a shorter start to the season.
Registration Opens: 07:00
First Heat: 08:00
| Swim | Cycle | Run | Price |
| 400m/16 lengths | 10.88km | 2.33km | £30 |
CLICK HERE TO BOOK COME & TRI
JUNIOR
Our Junior Race is part of a three-part series across Galashiels, Selkirk and Peebles. Compete at least two of our races to be in with a chance of those top spots and prizes. (Age as of 31/12/26)
Registration Opens: 11:00
First Heat: 12:00
| Age as of (31/12/24) |
Swim | Cycle | Run | Price |
| 8 Years | 50m | 800m | 600m | £20 |
| 9-10 Years | 100m | 2km | 1km | £20 |
| 11-12 Years | 150m | 3km | 1km | £20 |
| 13-14 Years | 300m | 4km | 2km | £20 |
| 15-16 Years | 300m | 4km | 2km | £20 |
CLICK HERE TO BOOK JUNIOR TRIATHLON
Sunday 1oth May
SPRINT
Ready to push your race? Our Sprint Triathlon is perfect for athletes looking for a challenge. Swim, bike, and run through the stunning Borders countryside, with rolling hills, quiet roads, and views that make every mile unforgettable. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply soaking up the scenery, this race delivers the ultimate mix of speed and beauty.
Registration Opens: 07:00
First Heat: 08:00
| Swim | Cycle | Run | Price |
| 750m | 19.14km | 5.04km | £40 |
CLICK HERE TO BOOK SPRINT
AQUABIKE & AQUARUN
Love the water and the bike but not keen on running? The Aquabike is the perfect choice! Start with a swim and then head out on our scenic bike route OR Prefer the Swim and the run and want to leave the Bike at home? Then the Aqua Run is the event for you.
Registration Opens: 07:00
First Heat: 08:00
| Swim | Cycle | Price |
| 750m | 19.14km | £30 |
| Swim | Run | Price |
| 750m | 5.04km | £30 |
CLICK HERE TO BOOK AQUABIKE / AQUARUN
About the Galashiels Route
The Pool swim will take place in the brand-new swimming facility within the GalashielsCommunity Campus, located just a stone’s throw from the former Galashiels Swimming Pool. This upgraded venue is part of a wider development project and, as such, there iscurrently no dedicated parking available at the new pool. All event-day parking will therefore be on-street parking in the surrounding area.
The pool is a 25m, 6-lane facility. The swim will run in waves based on competitors’ submitted estimated swim times. Transition will be located in the adjacent area, which will be sealed off for event use. Please avoid parking at Livingstone Place, as access will be restricted.
The cycle route in Galashiels offers the same challenging climb over Windyknowe and onto the A72, passing by the Torwoodlee estate en route to Clovenfords village. Riders will then ascend over Cliff Road to the Nest Roundabout—named for the herons nesting in the nearby trees—before turning to run parallel with the River Tweed, known for its salmon fishing. The route continues through Caddonfoot and turns off by Yair Bridge.
Enjoy the scenic return towards Galashiels via The Rink farm and Holly Bush. The final descent into town takes you past the Mercat Cross, the marrying place of Margaret Tudor (daughter of King Henry VII) and King James IV. The next turn leads you past St Paul’s Church, home to nesting peregrine falcons and situated opposite the picturesque Old Gala House, the original abode of the Earls of Galashiels.
Our Galashiels events feature a superb running route, including a cultivated woodland trail through Gala Policies—the enclosed grounds of a former estate, home to the ruins of New Gala House, once residence of the Scotts of Galashiels
We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, email triathlon@liveborders.org.uk
