Brighton Marathon

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!

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Royal Marsden runner with sea in background
Date
12 April 2026
Location
Brighton, Sussex
Event type
Run / Marathon
Distance
Marathon
Fundraising target
£500.00
Registration fee
£20.00
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Royal Marsden runner smiling with medal, standing in front of the Brighton i360. He has a proud smile on his face, there's blue skies in the background and he's wearing an orange hat.

Take on a coastal running challenge with the Brighton Marathon

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. 

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How to take part 

Registration 

  • Sign up via the registration form above. Registration is £20 per person, and we ask everyone to reach a minimum fundraising target of £500. Once registered, you’ll be invited to join the official Brighton Weekend portal via email, which you’ll need to do to secure your place.
  • After you’ve completed both steps, you’ll be all set to lace up your trainers and start your marathon training. 

Training and fundraising support

  • Once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive personalised support and advice from a dedicated member of our charity events team. They will be on hand to answer any questions you might have as you prepare for the big day.
  • You'll 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're ready for the challenge.
  • You’ll also be invited to join our ‘Team Marsden Runners’ Facebook group. Our friendly and supportive online community will be there to encourage you in your training, share top tips and advice, and keep you motivated in the run up to the event.
The Brighton Marathon 2025 route map that goes from the centre of Brighton, along to Rottingdean and then back along the coast to finish in Hove.

The Brighton Marathon route

Check out what lies in store for you when you sign up to join Team Marsden for the Brighton Marathon:

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

Royal Marsden runner Andrew smiling at camera with a purple baseball hat and glasses on. There are other runners blurred in the background.

What's included?

As part of our running team, you will receive:

  • A welcome pack, including your very own Royal Marsden Cancer Charity running vest.
  • Dedicated fundraising support and advice from a member of staff at The Royal Marsden.
  • Access to our supportive ‘Team Marsden Runners’ Facebook group.
  • Training advice to help you prepare for the big day.
  • Snacks and drinks at The Royal Marsden tent in the post-race Fitness and Food Festival village.
Royal Marsden runner, Ed, working hard on the sunny Brighton Marathon run with sunglasses on. There are blurred runners in the background.

Ed's Story

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. 

Inspired? Take on the challenge yourself! 

Already have your own ballot place?

If you have your own place in this event, you can still register to join Team Marsden today and make a difference to the lives of people with cancer around the world!

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Royal Marsden runner with Brighton pier, the sea and people in the background
Royal Marsden runner with hat on and sea in background, running past supporters along the seafront.
Royal Marsden runner with sunglasses on and a running vest. There are other runners blurred in the background.
Royal Marsden runner with hat on, running past the supporters along the seafront.
Royal Marsden runner running with others, looking worn out. Runner has headphones in and has the pier faintly in the background of the photo.
Royal Marsden runner with other runners next to him, all running past cheering supporters along the seafront.
Royal Marsden runner with hat backwards and facing down concentrating. There are supporters in the background standing behind a fence.
Royal Marsden runner with sunglasses on
Royal Marsden runner looking determined. There is a runner in the background and the photo is zoomed in.
Royal Marsden runner running with headphones on and a running vest. There is a runner on the right of her dressed in an icecream costume.
Royal Marsden runner looking down with headphones on. There is the pier in background
Royal Marsden runner with sunglasses on his head and earphones in. The pier and runners are in background
Royal Marsden runner with the pier, other runners and supporters in the background
Royal Marsden runner with Brighton pier, the sea and people in the background
Royal Marsden runner with hat on and sea in background, running past supporters along the seafront.
Royal Marsden runner with sunglasses on and a running vest. There are other runners blurred in the background.
Royal Marsden runner with hat on, running past the supporters along the seafront.
Royal Marsden runner running with others, looking worn out. Runner has headphones in and has the pier faintly in the background of the photo.
Royal Marsden runner with other runners next to him, all running past cheering supporters along the seafront.
Royal Marsden runner with hat backwards and facing down concentrating. There are supporters in the background standing behind a fence.
Royal Marsden runner with sunglasses on
Royal Marsden runner looking determined. There is a runner in the background and the photo is zoomed in.
Royal Marsden runner running with headphones on and a running vest. There is a runner on the right of her dressed in an icecream costume.
Royal Marsden runner looking down with headphones on. There is the pier in background
Royal Marsden runner with sunglasses on his head and earphones in. The pier and runners are in background
Royal Marsden runner with the pier, other runners and supporters in the background