Beachy Head Marathon

Eastbourne, United Kingdom • 25-26 Oct 2025

The Beachy Head Marathon is one of the UK's largest off-road marathons, held in Eastbourne and running through the scenic South Downs National Park. Formerly known as the Seven Sisters Marathon, it offers a challenging and picturesque course starting and finishing at Eastbourne Seafront near the South Downs Way. The event weekend includes multiple distances: a full marathon, an ultramarathon combining the marathon and 10K routes (totaling about 52.6 km), a 10K run featuring stunning views to Belle Tout Lighthouse, and a half marathon with a route similar to the full marathon but with new scenic detours. The event attracts runners, joggers, and walkers seeking fitness and natural beauty. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Ultra
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