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The Coastal Road/Marine Drive will be closed on SUNDAY 22nd May between PONTINS and THE PLOUGH ROUNDABOUT between 06:30 - 01:00PM for annual Southport Triathlon.

Please consider this if travelling into Southport on Sunday morning.

Southport Triathlon attracts triathletes of all abilities, from complete novices to elite competitors take part in the Sprint and Standard Distance races. Based at Waterside Lodge a modern, purpose built two-storey Activity Centre on Southport Marine Lake, it has become one of the biggest events in the North West, reaching maximum capacity every year. The Sprint Distance event is 750m swim / 20k cycle / 5k run, the Standard Distance is 1500m swim / 40k cycle / 10k run. The cycle course takes place on closed roads and the run course is based around the Marine Lake on tarmac paths.

In 2022 Southport has once again been selected to be part of the British Triathlon Major Events programme and will host the Standard Distance GB Age Group Qualifier for the 2023 European Championships.

Full details of the event HERE