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Marathon races near Eastbourne
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Upcoming Marathon races near Eastbourne
JUL 1
26JUL
Run · trail · Marathon
Bright Skies Surrey Hills
Dorking · 68 km away
AUG 4
8AUG
Run · road · Marathon
PHOENIX - The Painted Cow Run
Dorking RH5 6AA · 68 km away
9AUG
Run · road · Marathon
PHOENIX - Prosecco Run
Dorking RH5 6AA · 68 km away
22AUG
Run · trail · Marathon
Trail Trot 5K, 10K, Marathon & Ultra
Lancing · 42 km away
23AUG
Run · road · Marathon
Woldingham Marathon
Woldingham · 62 km away
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SEP 4
12SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Bewl Water 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon & Ultra 50km Race Series - September
Wadhurst TN3 8JH · 36 km away
12SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Bewl Water Autumn
Wadhurst · 33 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Run Reigate Half Marathon 10K & 5K
Reigate Priory Park. · 62 km away
27SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Hever Castle Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K
Kent · 48 km away
Eastbourne · 80 km
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Recurring Marathon races near Eastbourne
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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.
Running Grand Prix Goodwood October
Gatliff Marathon
The Gatliff Marathon is an annual challenge walk, jog, or run based in Edenbridge, Kent, starting from Edenbridge Cricket Club at Blossoms Park. Despite its name, it is not a standard road marathon; participants select 25 km or 50 km routes, with a marathon-distance option sometimes listed, and the objective is to complete the course within 10 hours.
The route primarily follows footpaths and tracks through the Kent, Surrey, and Sussex countryside, requiring participants to navigate using directions instead of following closed roads. Checkpoints are included, and walkers, joggers, and runners begin at staggered times throughout the morning. Having been held for over forty editions, the event has the character of a long-standing local challenge rather than a large-city race.
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.
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit February 2027
This winter marathon takes place at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Runners complete 26.2 miles on the closed racing circuit typically used for motorsport. The course is flat, situated at the foot of the Sussex Downs. Its appeal lies in offering a measured marathon on smooth circuit roads, distinct from a point-to-point road race through town streets.
The marathon is included in the Goodwood House Running Grand Prix series, which also features half marathon, 10k, and 5k races. This format benefits mixed groups, allowing marathon participants to run alongside friends completing shorter distances, all within the Goodwood venue.
Brighton Marathon & 10K
Brighton Marathon Weekend takes runners through Brighton and Hove each April, featuring a marathon, 10K, and Mile race. The marathon, the primary event, is a road race beginning at Preston Park. It proceeds through central Brighton, heads east towards Rottingdean, curves west around Hove, and concludes on Madeira Drive, close to Brighton Pier. The race was established by former international athlete Tim Hutchings and local athlete Tom Naylor, and is now managed by London Marathon Events.
The event attracted thousands from its inception, with 12,000 entries available for the first edition and 7,589 participants on race day. It rapidly became one of the UK's larger marathons outside London, reporting over 8,000 runners and approximately 120,000 spectators during its second year. Charity participation is significant, with over two hundred charities represented and charity places increasing from 3,000 to 5,000. The race also features a competitive elite field, holding marathon records of 2:09:25 for men and 2:28:50 for women. The men's elite record was broken in four consecutive editions during its initial growth phase.
Maverick Brighton Trail Marathon
The Maverick Brighton Trail Marathon 2027
Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon
The Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon takes runners onto the quiet, wide lanes outside Ashford in Kent for a spring race with a practical, club-run feel. The marathon course consists of two laps, and the half marathon uses one. Both races hold UKA licences and are accurately measured. The route is undulating, not flat, suiting runners seeking a measured road race without the crowds of a major city event. A six-hour cut-off is in place, and the marathon is noted as a London Good for Age qualifier.
The course winds through Kent countryside, featuring a short section on the Pilgrims Way, adding a minor multi-terrain element while maintaining accurate measurement. The half marathon includes a significant hill around four miles, followed by more rolling terrain, another incline near mile 11, and a descent to the finish. The event attracts experienced marathoners, club runners, and individuals attempting the half or full marathon for the first time. Feedback highlights strong organisation, a welcoming atmosphere, worthwhile prizes like Nice Work vouchers, and runner benefits such as a quality linen bag.
Not the London Marathon Run Again
The Not the London Marathon Run Again is a small Phoenix Running event in Walton on Thames, designed for runners seeking a marathon-style day without the trip into London. It begins at 08:30 on a flat off-road trail alongside the River Thames. The race offers chip timing, a seven-hour cut-off, and no on-the-day entries. With a limit of 150 runners, it resembles a low-key club challenge more than a large city event.
The course consists of a 3.28-mile circuit along the riverside towpath; eight laps complete the marathon distance. As the event operates on a timed basis, participants can stop after any lap or continue for as many as they wish within the seven-hour window. This format accommodates those aiming for distances from a short trail run to a full marathon. The course has a total elevation gain of approximately 100 metres. Headphones are permitted, and race numbers are distributed on race morning. The event returns after a significant break since its last running, and local accommodation in Walton on Thames can be limited around race weekend.
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About Marathon races in Eastbourne
Eastbourne Coastal Base Miles
Eastbourne hosts 19 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.