Eastbourne Triathlon and Multiport Festival

Name: Eastbourne Triathlon and Multiport Festival
Start: 2026-07-11T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-07-11T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Western Lawns, King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne BN21 4EH, UK
Rating: 4.6

Sun, Jul 12, 2026

Western Lawns, Eastbourne

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Eastbourne Triathlon and Multiport Festival

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About

This event is one of the most scenic and challenging triathlon series in the country. Athletes of all abilities and experience, from novice to elite, are welcome and encouraged to take on this challenge. There are TriStar races so even the kids can unleash their competitive side!

Standard Triathlon (17+), Middle Distance Triathlon (17+), Middle Distance Triathlon Relay (17+), and 17 more

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Sun, Jul 12, 2026

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Eastbourne, United Kingdom

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Where and when

Location

Western Lawns, King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne BN21 4EH, UK

Start times

Sunday, Jul 12, 2026

Standard Triathlon (17+): 6:00 AMMiddle Distance Triathlon (17+): 6:00 AMMiddle Distance Triathlon Relay (17+): 6:00 AMMiddle Distance AquaBike (17+): 6:00 AM1.9m Swim (15+): 6:00 AM3km Swim (15+): 6:00 AMSprint Triathlon Relay (15+): 7:50 AMSprint Aquathlon (15+): 7:50 AMSprint Duathlon (15+): 7:50 AMSprint Triathlon (15+): 7:50 AMTriStar Start Triathlon (age 8): 8:00 AMTriStar 1 Triathlon (9-10): 8:00 AMTriStar 2 Triathlon (11-12): 8:00 AMTriStar 3 Triathlon (13-14): 8:00 AM1500m Swim (15+): 9:00 AMStandard Aquathlon (17+): 9:00 AMStandard Triathlon Relay (17+): 9:00 AMYouth Super-Sprint Triathlon (15-16): 9:00 AMStandard Distance Duathlon (17+): 9:00 AMNovice Super-Sprint Triathlon (15+): 9:00 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Eastbourne Triathlon and Multiport Festival

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Standard Triathlon (17+)

1.5km

40km

10km

£139

Sprint Triathlon Relay (15+)

0.75km

20km

5km

£49.60

1500m Swim (15+)

1.5km

£45

Sprint Aquathlon (15+)

0.75km

5km

£85

Route information

Multiple Winners of BTF Event of the Year - A beautiful course on closed roads. Eastbourne Triathlon returns bigger and even better in 2026 with Children's Events, a Novice Super-Sprint, Sprint, Standard Distances Triathlons; Duathlons, Aquathlons, Swims and Relays. The event sold out again in 2025 and is expected to do so even earlier in 2026 so to avoid disappointment it is highly recommended you secure your place asap.

This multi-award-winning event is one of the most scenic triathlons in the country; swimming against the iconic backdrop of Eastbourne's pier, cycling over the ing Beachy Head on fully closed roads and finishing with a fast flat seafront run along Eastbourne's historic promenade.

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What's included

Fully Closed Roads
Finisher's t-shirt
Finisher's Medal
Free Post-race Massage
Awards For Top Finishers
British Triathlon affiliated event
Chip-timed results
Secure transition

How to get there

Western Lawns, King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne BN21 4EH, UK

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By Train Eastbourne Station is the closest train station to the start location, situated 0.7 miles away, which should take roughly 15 minutes to walk, or 5 minutes to cycle.

Parking There are plenty of Pay & Display car parks dotted around the Eastbourne area. Please arrive early, allowing plenty of time to find a parking space in case it is busy.

Hotels and Accommodation

TRIBOURNE Multisports Events Limited has partnered with Let's Do This to bring you some of the best hotel rates close to the startline.

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Event day logistics

All start times and locations will be available closer to the date of the event.

Age Restrictions There are age restrictions in place at the event which are as follows:

TriStart - age 8
TriStar 1 - 9-10 years
TriStar 2 - 11-12 years
TriStar 3 - 13-14 years
Youth Aquathlon - 15-16 years
Sprint Aquathlon - 15 and over
Standard Aquathlon - 17 and over
Sprint Relay - 15 and over
Standard Triathlon and Relay- 17 and over
1500m Swim - 15 and over

BTF Licence All entrants that are not BTF affiliated will be required to purchase a BTF Race Pass along with their entry. Licences will cost £1 for under 20s, £6 for over 20s, and £2 for swim-only races at the time of writing.

Relay Team Entry Teams of three may enter the relay race, with each team member completing one discipline. To enter, one team member will submit entry and make the payment on behalf of the entire team (less any BTF day licence fees needed for the additional team members). This team member will enter their own details as team member 1 and enter the details of their teammates.

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FAQs

What race shall my 12 year old daughter enter in for the Eastbourne Triathlon event?

The TriStar 2 Aquathlon is open for children aged 11-12 years old.

Where will the swim leg of the Eastbourne Triathlon races take place?

The swim portion of the Triathlons and Aquathlon will take place in the sea, along the iconic backdrop of Eastbourne pier.

Do I need to be BTF affiliated in order to participate in the Eastbourne Triathlon?

No, all athletes are welcome. Those who are not affiliated however, will have to purchase a one-day BTF licence with your entry, for the additional cost of £6 per athlete (£1 for under 20's, £2 for swim only events).