The 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.

Start/Finish from Eastbourne Seafront at the start of the South Downs Way. Start time: 08:45AM.

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The Ultramarathon is an exciting new addition to the Beachy Head Marathon weekend, with runners invited to take on both the traditional Marathon route followed by the 10K route to create this endurance race with a total distance of approximately 52.6 kilometres. Entries are limited to just 200 spaces and, due to the challenging nature of this race, will only be accepted from runners that have previously completed a marathon within 5 hours.

Start/Finish from Eastbourne Seafront at the start of the South Downs Way. Start time: 07:40AM

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The 10k run will set off with a route comprising of breathtaking views and challenges, taking a shorter looping route across the Downs to Belle Tout Lighthouse and back.

Start/Finish from Eastbourne Seafront at the start of the South Downs Way. Start time: 09:15AM

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The Beachy Head Half is now in its sixth year and begins on Sunday 26 October 2025. The route will encompass much of the marathon route, however will detour into new surroundings which still have that amazing, picturesque scenery.

Start/Finish from Eastbourne Seafront at the start of the South Downs Way. Start time: 8:00AM

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Marathon Results 2024

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