Beachy Head Marathon
Beachy Head Marathon
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The Eastbourne Beachy Head Marathon (previously known as the Seven Sisters Marathon) is one the biggest off-road marathons in the UK. The race gains its popularity for its beautiful yet demanding route through the South Downs National Park countryside. Great for any abilities whether it be runners, joggers or walkers. The event day also hosts a 10k run, which will set off just after the marathon with this route also full of its own breathtaking views and challenges.
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Sat, 26 Oct 2019
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Eastbourne, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
3 Dukes Dr, Eastbourne BN20 7XH, UK
Start times
Saturday, 26 Oct 2019
Marathon:
9:00 am | 10k:
10:00 am Event summary
Here are the distances available for Beachy Head Marathon
Marathon
26.2mi
£45
10k
10km
£32
Route information
Marathon
The marathon covers a 26.2 mile course that includes 300 steps and 14 gates with a 1,318m elevation gain, passing through the picturesque Sussex villages of Jevington, Alfriston, Litlington, Friston Forest, the Cuckmere Valley and Seven Sisters, including Birling Gap and Beachy Head.
The marathon covers a 26.2 mile course that includes 300 steps and 14 gates with a 1,318m elevation gain, passing through the picturesque Sussex villages of Jevington, Alfriston, Litlington, Friston Forest, the Cuckmere Valley and Seven Sisters, including Birling Gap and Beachy Head.
10K
Covering a circular route starting from the same point as the Marathon with a smaller elevation gain of 215 metres, heading along the South Downs to Belle Tout Lighthouse before circling back along the stunning coastal route and ending at the start/finish line.
Covering a circular route starting from the same point as the Marathon with a smaller elevation gain of 215 metres, heading along the South Downs to Belle Tout Lighthouse before circling back along the stunning coastal route and ending at the start/finish line.
How to get there
3 Dukes Dr, Eastbourne BN20 7XH, UK
Get full directionsParking is free on the seafront close to the Start/Finish Line at Bede’s School. We recommend you arrive from 7am to guarantee yourself a space nearer the start/finish line.
Event day logistics
Race numbers and timing chips are only collected during registration, there will be no posting numbers and chips. Registration is open Friday 25 October from 3pm to 7.30pm and Saturday 26 October from 7.00am and closing at 8.30am for the Marathon runners and 09:30am for the 10k runners. If you want register for friends or family, it is possible as long as you know their name and date of birth. The registration marquee is located on Helen Gardens, adjacent to Bede’s Prep School, Dukes Drive, Eastbourne, BN20 7XL.
Spectator Info
Come on down to offer all the motivation you can to the runners, whether it be your family, friends or just want to pop down to spectate a great event, all are welcome.
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