Location

Gullane is located on the East Lothian coast approximately 18 miles east of Edinburgh on the A198. On entering Gullane, follow signs to the car park at Gullane Bents. From the Main Street  this is first left when approaching from west on A198. See the maps, or the Undiscovered Scotland website for more detail

Parking

This  is free for competitors on the morning of the race. There is enough space for about 350 vehicles if they are parked properly. Please follow the marshals' instructions on arrival.

Accommodation

No overnight camping is allowed on the beach - please use official sites or contact the tourist information office for other accommodation:
East Lothian Tourist Information
Tel:01620 892197
Edinburgh and Lothians Tourist Board
Tel: 0131 473 3800
 

RACE INFORMATION:

Swim 1500m:

A 2 lap sea swim in Gullane Bay with a unique beach run. The water temperature is likely to be around 12-13 degrees so WETSUITS are COMPULSORY. A cut-off time of 25mins for halfway will operate!



Bike 42km:

A multi-lap course on quiet roads close to Gullane.



Run 10km:

2 laps mainly off-road along dune-top tracks
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Race Routes

Please see Race Routes for more detailed course information


Facilities

The Gullane Beach Triathlon takes place in a very scenic setting - unfortunately this means that some of the home comforts are absent.

  • There is a toilet block between the beach and car park.
      
         

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