Brighton Marathon

  • Date Sun 4th April 2027
  • Location Brighton, East Sussex
  • Price £35.00
  • Races 1 charity place
  • Distances Marathon

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An aerial view of a bustling seaside promenade, lined with white tents and filled with crowds of people. The pier extends into the sea on the left, while tall, modern structures rise in the background. A bird flies in the clear sky above the scene.

Brighton Marathon

Sun 4th April 2027

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated Brighton Marathon Weekend, taking place on Sunday, April 4th, 2027, in the vibrant coastal city of Brighton, East Sussex! This exhilarating event promises an unforgettable experience for runners and spectators alike. The highlight of the weekend is the flagship Brighton Marathon, a breathtaking 26.2-mile course that kicks off in the bustling heart of the city and concludes on the stunning seafront, offering picturesque views and a lively atmosphere.

With charity entries now open, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself while supporting a good cause. Join fellow runners from around the globe in this incredible festival of running, where camaraderie and community spirit shine. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this iconic event that celebrates fitness, determination, and the joy of running by the seaside!

Brighton Marathon

Sun 4th April 2027

An aerial view of a bustling seaside promenade, lined with white tents and filled with crowds of people. The pier extends into the sea on the left, while tall, modern structures rise in the background. A bird flies in the clear sky above the scene. Aerial view of a coastal city with a beach on the left and an expansive urban area on the right. A promenade and road separate the beach from the city, with numerous people walking, cycling, and resting along the beach and greenery. Buildings and sidewalks are busy. Runners compete in a marathon on a sunny day, passing by a historic, white palace with domes and spires. The runners are of various ages and wearing colorful athletic gear. A banner along the route advertises Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospice Care. A group of enthusiastic people, some holding a vibrant neon sign with decorations, cheer and smile at a race event. The sign reads "KEEP SMILING & RUNNING" with colorful letters and symbols. The sunny day adds vibrance to the lively atmosphere.

Organiser's Description

The Brighton Marathon Weekend returns on Sunday 4 April 2027 and charity entries are open now!

This incredible festival of running, held in the iconic seaside city, includes the flagship Brighton Marathon, held on a stunning 26.2-mile course that starts in the heart of the city and finishes in style on Brighton’s world-famous seafront.

Charity places

  •

    Rethink Mental illness

    Our goal is to make sure everyone severely affected by mental illness has a good quality of life.

    Brighton Marathon

    £35.00

    Minimum Pledge

    £400.00

    Booking for more than 1?

Course Details

A scenic course that starts in the heart of the city and takes in all of the famous landmarks and along the seafront.
The atmosphere is electric with community support that is second to none.

Brighton Marathon course map
Brighton Marathon course map

What's Included

Brighton Marathon Weekend begins on the Friday of event weekend when the Beach Village opens its doors. Soak up the atmosphere and excitement and make a weekend of it in beautiful Brighton & Hove with its buzzing community, bars, restaurants and tourist spots.

Friends and family can join you and take part in the BM10k, BM Ride or Mini Mile Races. Or they can track you on the mobile app on Race Day and meet you at the Beach Village to celebrate post run.

In the months preceding the event, receive excellent training support and advice as well as information to support your participation.

  • Chip timing
  • Inclusion on the mobile app for live tracking and results
  • Official event technical t-shirt or choose to plant a tree with Trees Not Tees
  • Beautiful Medal
  • Goody bag
  • Individual runner number and race pack including kit bag
  • Kit bag storage in the Beach Village at the finish
  • Water stations and gel stations
  • Cheer points, bands and music on course
  • Access to the Beach Village and Expo with food, drink and entertainment, seminars, live screens and shopping
  • Training plans
  • Email runner communications and support

How to Get There

Parking will not be available in the immediate vicinity of all sites due to road closures so we advise any spectators to walk from Brighton Station or park outside of the road closures and walk in. Spectator walking routes and crossing points will be available in the Event Programme and on the website closer to the event. You will be able to view road closures here, closer to the event date.

Participants and spectators can make use of our Park & Ride service on Race Day, which will offer shuttle buses to the Start and from the Finish.

We strongly advise against travelling into the city centre on the morning of the event as there will be road closures in place and parking restrictions.

Participants will be notified by email when Park & Ride opens.

Brighton mainline station is only a 15 minute walk from the marathon and 10k start in Preston Park, while London Road station is 10 minutes. Please check the train services are running as expected in the days preceding the event in case of engineering works or reduced services.
Preston Park rail station will be closed on Race Day due to capacity issues.
Bus services will be subject to diversion on Race Sunday, so please do continue to check the Brighton & Hove Bus Company website for the most up to date travel information and full timetables.

London Gatwick is the closest airport and is 30 minutes away by train (trains run direct from the airport to Brighton mainline station) or 35-40 minutes by car.

London Heathrow is about 2 hours away by train or coach. Visit National Express for details of drop off points in Brighton and to book coach tickets.

Parking

Participants and spectators can make use of our Park & Ride service on Race Day, which will offer shuttle buses to the Start and from the Finish.

We strongly advise against travelling into the city centre on the morning of the event as there will be road closures in place and parking restrictions.

There are several major car parks across the city - please check NCP or Just Park for. info.

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BN2 1TB, Brighton, United Kingdom

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