Eastbourne Beachy Head Marathon 2026: course, dates & entry

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Distance: 42.2 km
Terrain: Hilly
Layout: Point to point
Race day: 13°C (55°F)

The Eastbourne Beachy Head Marathon is one the biggest off-road marathons in the UK. Formerly known as the Seven Sisters Marathon, it is popular for its scenic and challenging route through the South Downs National Park countryside. Great for runners, joggers or walkers looking to get fit. The Beachy Head Marathon runs in good weather which makes the stunning scenery on route even more beautiful. The Beachy Head Marathon is a popular race. Having been voted one of the top ten marathons by runnersworld.co.uk it attracts a lot of interest. Runners from all over the UK and from several other countries typically take part. The Beachy Head Marathon is a long established fixture in the race calendar and attracts over 1,500 runners including overseas participants. The marathon covers a 26 mile course that includes 300 steps and 14 gates, passing through Jevington, Alfriston, Litlington, Friston Forest, the Cuckmere Valley and Seven Sisters, including Birling Gap and Beachy Head. With live music at key points along the way, there will be plenty of viewing points for spectators to cheer entrants on around the course.

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