This seaside marathon is a race with a fantastic atmosphere. Runners head through the city centre, Preston Park and Hove, enjoying the glorious seafront, before an amazing finish at Hove Lawns. This isn't an event to miss!
Please note, the 2026 Brighton Marathon event is sold out. If you'd like to be added to our waiting list, please make sure to register your interest and we will be in touch if a space becomes available.
This race covers a stunning 26.2 miles of city and seafront views, with a spectacular beach finish at Hove Lawns.
Join Team Marsden to enjoy the festival-like atmosphere while raising vital funds for those affected by cancer.
If you have your own place for the 2026 event, you can still join Team Marsden today and make a difference to the lives of people with cancer around the world.
• Registration is £20 per person and we ask each participant to reach a minimum fundraising target of £500. Register your interest for the 2026 event, and we'll add you to the waiting list and be in touch if any spots become available.
• Once you’ve signed up, you’ll be added to the official event console to claim your charity place with the event organisers. You will be sent a separate link via email and will need to complete this to secure your place. After you’ve completed both steps, you’ll be all set to lace up your trainers and get running.
• Once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive one to one support from a dedicated member of the charity team to help you with your fundraising efforts and to answer any questions you may have as you prepare for the big day.
• You’ll also have access to our professional marathon training plans to encourage you to start logging those miles. Whether it’s your first big race or you’re a seasoned runner, our plans will help structure your training to make sure you are ready for the challenge.
• When you register, you will also be able to join our Team Marsden Runners Facebook group. Our fun, friendly and supportive online community will be there to support you all the way, share top tips and advice and keep you motivated in the run up to the event.
1. Start in leafy Preston Park.
2. Head north towards Withdean.
3. Turn back towards the city centre, passing the historic Pavilion.
4. Continue down the coast to Ovingdean for spectacular views of the white cliffs.
5. Circle back to run westwards down the coast towards the city.
6. Pass through the picturesque neighbourhoods of Hove.
7. Finish at the grand seafront of Hove Lawns.
Your registration includes:
• Your race bib and welcome pack sent prior to the day, including your very own Royal Marsden Cancer Charity running vest.
• Fundraising support and advice from a dedicated member of staff at The Royal Marsden and access to our supportive Team Marsden runners Facebook group.
• Professional training plans to help you prepare for the big day.
• The loudest cheer points on the route to help encourage you as you tackle to course!
Ed took part in the Brighton Marathon 2025 after his Dad reached the 10-year anniversary of starting his treatment at The Royal Marsden.
“Ever since The Royal Marsden started treating my dad in 2015, I’ve always wanted to repay my gratitude in some way. Then in 2024 I was watching the London marathon and thought wow it’ll be 10 years on since my dad was diagnosed next year - he’s alive and well still thanks to The Royal Marsden.
Honestly…amazing, amazing, amazing. Atmosphere was fantastic, it was one of the best things I’ve ever done. Loved it.”
Thanks to amazing supporters like Ed, we continue to be there for everyone who needs us.
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