2026 Selkirk Triathlon
Welcome to the 2026 Selkirk Triathlon!
Get ready for another unforgettable weekend of sport, community, and challenge in the heart of Selkirk! Whether you’re taking your first steps into triathlon or chasing a new personal best, this event has something for everyone.
We’re proud to bring back our popular Come and Tri and Sprint races — perfect for beginners and speed-seekers alike — plus the Standard Triathlon for those ready to go the distance.
Love variety? Our Aquabike (swim + bike) and Aquarun (swim + run) formats return, giving multi-sport athletes the chance to mix things up and skip a leg!
And it’s not just for grown-ups — the Kids Race and Family Event make this a true celebration for all ages.
Join us for a weekend of fitness, fun, and friendly competition. Swim, bike, run — or just do two — and let’s make Selkirk a highlight of the 2026 race season!
Your First Triathlon? Find out all you need to know HERE
Saturday 15th August
Come and Tri
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 | 10.88 (Map) | 2.33km (Map) | £30 |
CLICK HERE TO BOOK COME AND TRI
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: 07:30
First Heat: 08:30
| Swim | Cycle | Run | Price |
| 750m / 30 lengths | 19.1km (Map) | 4.9km (Map) | £40.00 |
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: 07:30
First Heat: 08:30
| Swim | Cycle | Price |
| 750m | 19.1km (Map) | £30.00 |
| Swim | Run | Price |
| 750m | 4.9km (Map) | £30.00 |
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. Finishers medals for every participant. (Age as of 31/12/26)
Registration Opens: 13:00
First Heat: 14:00
| Age | Swim | Cycle | Run | Price |
| 8 years | 50m | 800m (Map) | 600m (Map) | £20 |
| 9-10 years | 100m | 2km(Map) | 1km (Map) | £20 |
| 11-12 years | 150m | 3km (Map) | 1.5km (Map) | £20 |
| 13-14 years | 200m | 4.1km (Map) | 2km (Map) | £20 |
| 15-16 years | 200m | 4.1km (Map) | 2km (Map) | £20 |
CLICK HERE TO BOOK JUNIOR EVENT
Sunday 16th August
Standard Distance
Double the distance and double the fun! The standard distance event is twice that of a sprint and our unique route is truly breathtaking in every sense.
Don’t fancy the entire race? Grab a couple of friends and enter as a team.
Registration Opens: 07:00
First Heat: 08:00
| Swim | Cycle | Run | Price |
| 1500m | 40km (Map) | 10km (Map) | £57.00 |
CLICK HERE TO BOOK STANDARD EVENT
About the Selkirk Route
Selkirk is a town steeped in history and it happens to be the location for our only Standard Triathlon event.
The event’s cycle stage takes participants along the A708 to General’s Bridge into scenic Bowhill Estate, then on to Ettickbridge End, over the ‘swire’, a long and challenging climb, followed immediately by the tricky descent into the Yarrow Valley. The route leads on to the A708 and a fast section back towards Selkirk.
The run route is a flat, fast out and back route alongside the river before joining the A7 to Lindean and then the bridge over the River Tweed. Ample parking is available at the Leisure Centre.
For more information email triathlon@liveborders.org.uk
