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Half Marathon races near Eastbourne
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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Eastbourne
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8AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
PHOENIX - The Painted Cow Run
Dorking RH5 6AA · 68 km away
9AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
PHOENIX - Prosecco Run
Dorking RH5 6AA · 68 km away
23AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Woldingham Marathon
Woldingham · 62 km away
SEP 9
6SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
The Lullingstone Half Marathon & 10k
Eynsford DA4 0JF · 66 km away
6SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
River Run Half Marathon
Shoreham-by-Sea · 39 km away
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12SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Bewl Water 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon & Ultra 50km Race Series - September
Wadhurst TN3 8JH · 36 km away
12SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Bacchus Half Marathon & 10K
Dorking · 68 km away
12SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Bewl Water Autumn
Wadhurst · 33 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run Reigate Half Marathon 10K & 5K
Reigate Priory Park. · 62 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run Reigate 5k, 10k, Half Marathon & Kids Race September 2026
Reigate · 62 km away
26SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Spartan London South East Trifecta Weekend
Maresfield · 31 km away
27SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Hever Castle Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Kent · 48 km away
Eastbourne · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Eastbourne
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
UK Ultra Dark Downs 50K & Half Marathon
The Dark Downs begins at Plumpton Racecourse, near Lewes, sending participants into the South Downs as daylight fades. This 50K loop is structured around a dusk-to-dawn schedule. The primary race consists of 95% trail and 5% road, featuring approximately 4,400 feet of elevation change, making it a runnable course rather than a flat one. A half marathon is also offered within the series, but the 50K is the featured event based on available details. Participants have 12 hours to complete the distance, with a minimum age of 20 for the 50K and no prior qualification needed.
The course follows the South Downs' undulating, largely non-technical trails, a factor amplified by the fact that all participants navigate in darkness. Reflective markers guide the way, and a mandatory GPS tracker and four aid stations are provided. The race commences and concludes at the same racecourse, offering complimentary overnight camping post-event. The South Downs' designation as a Dark Sky Reserve enhances the night format; on clear nights, the sky becomes a significant draw, not merely a background. The 50K also contributes to the South Downs 50K Triple Crown for those competing in that series.
Run Kent Half Marathon, 10k and 5k October 2026
Run Kent Tonbridge begins at The Judd School, guiding runners on a marked, measured single loop through the Kent countryside. The event provides three distances: a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, with staggered morning starts, beginning with the longer race. It is a RunThrough event featuring chip timing, kilometre flags, stocked water stations, and marshals at key turns.
The race returns road running to the streets around Tonbridge, with support from Tonbridge Rotary Club and Tonbridge Lions. Demelza, the local children’s hospice, serves as the event charity, enabling many runners to raise funds. Spectator areas, course entertainment, and cheering marshals contribute to a community atmosphere, distinct from a basic club run. The finish area offers food, drink, complimentary race photos, post-race items, and a themed medal.
Run Kent Tonbridge Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Run Kent’s Tonbridge race series starts and finishes at The Judd School in the historic town of Tonbridge. It is an October road-running event with three distances on the same day: a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, all held on closed roads.
Each route is a professionally marked and measured single loop, going through Tonbridge and out onto the surrounding Kent countryside roads. The races support Tonbridge Rotary Club and Tonbridge Lions, with local bands, aid stations, and spectators adding to the day along the course.
Chichester Festival of Running
The Hurt Trail Run
The Hurt Trail Run is a challenging autumn trail race situated near Guildford, approximately 45 minutes from London. It offers 15k and 21k distances, both commencing from Hound House Road. The routes traverse the Surrey Hills and Hurtwood Forest, presenting a test of fell and cross-country running rather than a straightforward park run. Participants will collect their timing chip and race number on the morning of the event. Facilities including parking, toilets, and refreshments are located adjacent to the start area.
The course navigates rugged hill terrain instead of flat roads, reinforcing its reputation as a demanding autumn trail race. The 21k course includes three aid stations, and the 15k has two. Both events are designed for runners seeking a demanding yet supported experience within the woods and hills. The common start point contributes to a straightforward event atmosphere: choose the 15k or 21k, start together, and anticipate Surrey mud, ascents, forest trails, and cross-country running from the outset.
Running Grand Prix Goodwood October
Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon & 10K
The Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon & 10K is a traffic-free trail race held at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest in Kent. Participants select between a half marathon or a 10K, with both courses winding through woodland paths beneath the pine canopy. This is a true trail event, featuring narrow tracks, an undulating route, and potential mud depending on prior weather conditions.
The half marathon course consists of two laps, while the 10K follows a single loop through the forest. Nice Work manages the race, attracting a diverse field including novice trail runners, regular club athletes, and seasoned off-road competitors. All finishers are awarded a unique medal, with prizes for the top performers.
Beachy Head Marathon, Ultra & 10K
The Beachy Head Marathon, Ultra & 10K is an off-road race weekend held on the Eastbourne seafront in Sussex, with its event hub at Bede's Prep School. The programme includes a marathon, 10K, half marathon, and a 52K ultra, with the half marathon taking place the day after the marathon. The marathon is one of the largest off-road marathons in the UK, and it suits runners seeking hills and open-country running over a flat road-race rhythm.
The marathon starts and finishes on the Eastbourne seafront, then enters the South Downs National Park on a challenging countryside route. The race was formerly known as the Seven Sisters Marathon, indicating the type of terrain runners should anticipate. The 10K follows a shorter loop across the Downs to Belle Tout Lighthouse and returns, while the ultra connects the full marathon course with the 10K route for a total of 52K, or 32.4 miles.
Beachy Head Half Marathon
The Beachy Head Half Marathon begins and ends at Dukes Drive in Eastbourne, adjacent to the South Downs Way. This coastal half marathon is designed for runners, joggers, and walkers seeking the characteristic Beachy Head terrain and sea vistas, but not the full marathon distance.
The course crosses the South Downs National Park, going past Eastbourne Downs Golf Club and Friston before returning toward the coast. Participants will cross the Seven Sisters, pass Belle Tout Lighthouse, descend to Dukes Drive, and receive a custom medal upon finishing. This half marathon takes place the day after the Beachy Head Marathon, Ultra, and 10K events. It follows a significant portion of the marathon course, incorporating a unique detour through different sections of the Downs.
South Downs Trail Run
The South Downs Trail Run takes place at Goodwood Racecourse, offering 21K, 16K, and 12K routes within the South Downs National Park. Over 1,000 participants start, and a canicross option is available for those running with dogs.
The routes feature rolling hills, forest tracks, and sections of the South Downs Way, beginning and ending at the racecourse. Runners descend into East Dean before ascending back towards the finish. Good weather provides views across the Downs to Chichester Harbour and the Isle of Wight. The varied distances cater to both novice trail runners and those seeking a more challenging, hilly course.
Five Trails Ultra & 3 Trails Half
Five Trails Ultra & 3 Trails Half is a South Downs trail series built around named long-distance paths: the ultra covers 50k across five trails, while the half marathon uses three. The half is 21.3 km, with about 360 metres of climbing and 370 metres of descent, so it is hilly enough to feel like a proper trail run without being a mountain slog.
The half marathon runs on trails, footpaths, and tracks, with runnable ground rather than technical terrain throughout. Runners get one aid station and a 5-hour time limit, which leaves room for steadier trail runners as well as faster racers. The event carries ITRA points, a Mountain Level 2 rating, a Finisher Level 220 rating, and a National League rating, and the listed half marathon field is around 350 runners.
Marden Half Marathon
The Marden Half Marathon is a small Mid-Kent road race held at Marden Memorial Hall near Tonbridge, starting and finishing in Marden village. Taking place in November, it offers both a half marathon and a 10K, providing a shorter option for those who prefer the quiet rural setting without the full distance. With a limit of 500 participants, the race maintains a low-key atmosphere, a contrast to the large crowds found at big-city events.
The course follows country roads and winding lanes around Marden, featuring minimal traffic and very little elevation gain. The 10K is a single lap, while the half marathon is a lapped course with a brief detour in the latter part. The event relocated to Marden from the former Mid-Kent Half venue at Hollingbourne. Previous accounts mention a local, club-oriented field, race headquarters offering tea and coffee, and ample room at the finish for the winner to finish distinctly ahead of other competitors.
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About Half Marathon races in Eastbourne
Eastbourne Coastal Base Miles
Eastbourne hosts 39 Half Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run the seafront when they want steady coastal rhythm, then cut inland to Hampden Park, Gildredge Park, Manor Gardens, Princes Park, Upperton Gardens, Carpet Gardens, Western Lawns, and Shinewater Park for easy laps. Shinewater Park keeps parkrun honest, with an approximately 80% path and 20% grass course that is flat self-propulsion all the way. Willingdon starts the Eastbourne Ridge Run, and the route climbs until it reaches around 195 m before the subsequent exhilarating descent towards Eastbourne rewards your efforts. Beachy Head Marathon anchors the calendar, with Eastbourne 10K, Beachy Head 10K, Beachy Head Half Marathon, Beachy Head Ultra, and Eastbourne Mile Night close by.
Locals ride the Cuckoo Trail to Polegate, cross town to the seafront, then head right up to Seven Sisters when the legs want proper work. Eastbourne Rovers Cycling Club gives riders social rides, racing, touring, Time Trial, Road, Track, Mountain Bike, and Cyclo-Cross, and the club runs summer evening time trials on local courses. The 60-mile route from London to Eastbourne uses Forest Way and The Cuckoo Trail for a traffic-free ride. The gravel route runs 3 km and stacks up 869 m of elevation gain.
May, June, July, August, and October give Eastbourne the best training blocks, with warm coastal days, long light, and enough South Downs bite for intervals or Z2 base miles. Eastbourne recorded 9 hours of sunshine in July 1911. Summer brings Eastbourne Rovers evening time trials, seafront riding, and dry grass or path running through the parks and Downs. Winter keeps things mild by local standards, but Shinewater Park gets its squelching mud and grass, the Downs feel more exposed, and UK Ultra Winter on the Downs gives December runners a proper anchor event.