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Join 12,000 others in one of the UK's most popular marathons, situated on the beautiful Brighton seafront.
Experience incredible support from the local crowds at every turn on the route.
Pass by the British Airways i360 observation deck, well worth a visit after your run!
Make your marathon day extra special and run for a charity offering guaranteed places.
The Royal Pavilion is a Grade I listed former royal residence, built as a holiday palace for King George IV.
There will be a wonderful team of pacers on the course to help you achieve a new PB or simply earn your finisher's medal.
Experience an overwhelming feeling of euphoria as you approach the finish - you're about to complete a marathon.
Well done, 26.2 miles defeated! Pick up a bespoke medal after crossing the finish line.
Grab yourself a non-alcoholic beer, replace those lost electrolytes and socialise with fellow runners.
Book yourself a well-deserved sports massage for after you've finished the run.
Relax on Brighton beach after the run, watch the live TV screens and take in the fresh sea air.
Get the kids (aged 7-17) involved in the Kids & Teens Mini Mile Races, taking place Sat 18 Apr.

Brighton Marathon

Brighton, East Sussex, UK

Sunday 19 April 2020 9:45 AM

26.2 miles Road running

Experience the roaring crowds, fantastic atmosphere and seafront finish before celebrating in the Event Village.

Chip timing Age 18+ Family Disabled Enter online 42 interested Charity places Please select a charity below to secure your place

Event summary

Run one of the UK's favourite 26.2-milers

The Brighton Marathon gets bigger and better every year! The stunning marathon route takes you through the vibrant city streets with a backdrop of roaring support, to a spectacular seaside finish on the Brighton front.

Vibrant streets, roaring local support

Run a marathon finishing on the beautiful Brighton seafront
Join 12,000 others in one of the UK's most popular marathons
Post-race celebration in the Event Village
Brighton Marathon Exhibition for massages, shops, seminars & more
Fantastic for spectators - make a weekend of it with friends & family

Brighton Marathon start time

The Brighton Marathon will start at 09:45 in Preston Park. You will need to arrive at least one hour early to allow ample time for warming up, finding the baggage trucks and using the toilet facilities before the race begins.

Beautiful seaside route

Expect a fast marathon route that takes you around the sights of the city while providing great vantage points for friends and family.

Please click here to view the Brighton Marathon route map.

Brighton Marathon course — Experience a wonderful seaside marathon route in Brighton.

Also happening that weekend

The marathon is just one part of the Brighton Marathon Weekend, an event that also encompasses The Mini Mile Races, the Brighton 10K and the Brighton Marathon Exhibition.

Event Village

The Event Village, situated on the beach beside Madeira Drive, is a hub with plenty of beach based wow-factor over the three day event. A destination in its own right, the Village is the perfect place to support the amazing runners and really soak up the events' atmosphere.

Brighton beach entertainment — The perfect place to relax and enjoy a line-up of music, live footage and interviews.

Live tracking

Download the mobile app to access an interactive route map for tracking runners on the Brighton Marathon course. You'll also find spectator information, results, FAQ's and more. Collect your race pack from the Event Village to activate your runner number and begin tracking.

"...really well organised and supported."

"My first marathon and I'm hooked! Organisation was impressive. People of Brighton were incredibly supportive and friendly."

"Loved every minute - really well organised and supported."

Brighton Marathon review — *"Superb event. Very well organised and amazing support from locals, friends and family. Can't wait for next year."*

Become a #BrightonHero

Be a #BrightonHero by running for a charity close to your heart and make your marathon count. Don't forget to use the hashtag when sharing your race-day photos!

What's included

Chip timing
Water/gel stations
Live tracking & results via mobile app
Kit bag transportation to finish
Fuel at the finish
Personalised finishers medal - includes name and time
Goody bag
Official technical t-shirt
Access to the event village with live music, race footage & interviews

Event details

Activity:

26.2 miles Road running

Location:

Preston Park, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6SD, UK

Facilities:

Toilets, Parking, Bag storage, Refreshments, Entertainment

Route:

Point to point

On route:

Water stations, Food stations, Distance markers, Toilets, Entertainment

Setting:

Town, Coast, Sea

Profile:

Flat, Undulating

Affiliation:

IAAF

Entry limit:

20000

Age limit:

Age 18+

Team entries:

None

Families:

Suitable for families

Beginners:

Disabled:

Suitable for disabled

Women only:

Prizes:

Medal, T-shirt, Goody bag

Timing/tracking:

Chip timing

How to enter

Online entries:

Online entries open

Postal entries:

Not available

Last entry date:

No details

Entry on day:

Not available

Entry fees:

£65.00 -

Notes:

If you are a standard wheelchair (non-racing wheelchair) user and wish to enter the event, you are able to take part but on the agreement that the you are accompanied by a runner throughout the 26.2 miles.

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