Standard Distance
10km
43km
5km
Challenge yourself over the full Standard Distance set to the stunning backdrop of Floors Castle.
Standard Distance Relay
10km
43km
5km
Get your friends involved to take on the challenge of the Standard Distance in teams of 2 or 3.
Sprint Distance
5km
23km
3km
Half the distance but equally as challenging. Set on the same stunning course along quiet, rolling Borders' roads.
The splendour of Floors Castle awaits...
Join us for the inaugural Floors Castle Duathlon in 2024. An exciting blend of running and cycling set against the stunning backdrop of Floors Castle near Kelso in the Scottish Borders.
Prepare to push your limits as you navigate the picturesque grounds of Floors Castle on the run course, before setting out on the bike course to explore the quiet rolling roads of the beautiful Borders countryside.
Choose between our standard distance duathlon for a test of endurance, or opt for the sprint distance for a quicker, adrenaline-fuelled race.
Standard and Sprint Distance
Team
Relay
Option
Explore Floors Castle on the Run
Beautiful Borders Countryside on the Bike
Whether you're a seasoned athlete seeking a new challenge or a beginner looking to embrace the thrill of duathlon racing, our event caters to all levels of fitness and experience. Take on the challenge solo or team up with friends for an unforgettable relay experience.
The Floors Castle Duathlon is brought to you by the same team that delivers the hugely successful East Fortune Duathlon (Triathlon Scotland's Event of the Year 2023). Expect the same TriWorks attention to detail, friendly welcome and lively finish line atmosphere.
Enter now and be part of this exciting new race on the multisport calendar!
Standard
Distance
Early Bird
£55*
£65* per Relay Team
*Only available until 31st July 2024
After 31st July 2024
£65
£75 per Relay Team
What's Included...
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Chip timing
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Cycle on quiet roads through the beautiful Borders countryside
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Run around the picturesque Floors Castle grounds
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Great finish line atmosphere with a stunning backdrop
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Entry to the Floors Castle estate
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Free car parking
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Finisher's medal (if requested at entry)
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Post-race refreshments
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Comprehensive race medical cover
Sprint
Distance
Early Bird
£45*
*Only available until 31st July 2024
After 31st July 2024
£55
Junior Duathlons
Calling all first timers and future stars...
Are you ready to take on the exciting and fun challenge of the Floors Castle Duathlon? We are thrilled to be supporting the next generation of athletes and helping encourage juniors into the wonderful world of multisport racing by offering Junior Super Sprint Duathlons.
These races are very accessible and perfect for anyone looking for their first multisport experience as well as those future stars looking to challenge themselves.
TriStar 1
Ages 9 - 10
1km
2km
0.5km
TriStar 2
Ages 11 - 12
1.4km
4km
0.7km
TriStar 3
Ages 13 - 14
1.8km
6km
0.9km
The Floors Castle duathlon is organised by the same team as the award winning East Fortune Duathlon. Don't take our word for it, here's what some of our previous competitors have said...
"Brilliantly organised, communicated, marshalled, and planned. Probably the best multisport event I’ve competed in"
Location
Floors Castle is located just outside Kelso close to the Scottish Border. It is approximately 1 hour south east of Edinburgh and 1 hour 30 minutes north west of Newcastle.
Please enter via the main entrance to the south east of the castle and follow signs to the car park. Search for postcode TD5 7RL to locate this entrance.
Course
The Race Village is located on the main lawn directly in front of Floors Castle. When heading to the Race Village from the car park please ensure you only cross the run course at the designated crossing point.
Full course maps are available to download below.
Run 1 | 10km
Bike | 43km
Run 2 | 5km
Please note that Floors Castle is private property and we are very grateful to be allowed its use for our event. The castle is open to the public between May and September and you can find more details about opening times and ticket prices on their website. Please do not attempt to enter the castle grounds outwith the official opening times or if you have not purchased a ticket.
Athlete Info
The Athlete Information document contains everything you need to safely and successfully complete your event. It is available to download below.
For Full Terms and Conditions please click here.
Timetable
Wave
Start Time
Standard Distance Individual
0830
Standard Distance Team Relay
0830
Sprint Distance Individual
0900
TriStar 1
1100
TriStar 2
1115
TriStar 3
1130
Results
Contact Us
If you have any questions about the Floors Castle Duathlon please get in touch using this form.
We will respond to your question as soon as possible.