Event details

When: Sunday 4th April 2027 at 9:45am
End: Sunday 4th April 2027
Activity type: Brighton, Runs

About Brighton Marathon

From the start line buzz in picturesque Preston Park to the finish line ecstasy along Brighton’s stunning seafront, the Brighton Marathon will carry you through the vibrant city streets and across the panoramic vista of Ovingdean cliffs for a run you’ll never forget.

💛 Fun route with lots of buzz
💛 Undulating course perfect for beginners and seasoned runners!

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How to sign up

Register your interest in one of our charity places for Brighton Marathon 2027 and we'll be in touch as soon as they go live.

If you're allocated a charity place with us, you'll need to pay a £50 registration fee and fundraise £500.

Register your interest
Brighton Marathon fundraiser

What you'll get

💛 Bespoke finishers medal (from event organisers)
💛 Chestnut Tree House running vest
💛 Team Chestnut cheer squads around the route to keep you motivated
💛 Feeling amazing that your support means local children and families who know they don’t have long together have the chance to live life to the full and say goodbye in the way that is right for them.

Sign up to run

Register your interest now and we’ll be in touch

More details about Brighton Marathon 2027
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Running makes you feel good. Crossing the line makes you feel invincible! From training runs to Strava running challenges, stay connected to get the most out of being part of Team Chestnut…

  • Facebook Group: Sharing is caring. Join our Chestnut Tree House Run Group to chat and share stories, tips, and ideas.
  • Running Hub: Updated regularly, your Running Info Hub, covers everything from training tips to nutritional advice.
  • Strava Club: A Team Chestnut Running Club, where you can join events and training runs. Maybe find a running buddy too.

With a stunning seaside backdrop, Brighton is home to one of the best marathons in the UK.

From Preston Park, you’ll hit the seafront and head out to Ovingdean before coming back through the city to Portslade. Re-joining the promenade at Hove, it’s a flat run to the finish on Madeira Drive.

Brighton Marathon 2022 route map

Brighton Marathon 2023 route map

You need to be 18 years old on race day to take part in the Marathon.

Thank you for wanting to support your local children’s hospice! Join Team Chestnut and get in touch if you already have an entry and would like to fundraise for us.

Your support means we can continue to do amazing activities with the children and young people we support. Have a look where your fundraising goes. 

You can find details about the race day on the Brighton Marathon website.

If you have a question about running and fundraising for Team Chestnut, please get in touch.