Brighton Marathon

Join us for one of the UK’s most iconic seaside races and make every mile count. Whether you're a seasoned runner or taking on your first marathon, this is your chance to raise funds for Demelza while soaking up the electric atmosphere of Brighton’s vibrant streets.

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About this marathon

Join Team Demelza in April 2026 for the Brighton Marathon.

Take on 26.2 miles in this fantastic seaside marathon in the vibrant city of Brighton. Be part of the UK’s third-largest marathon, starting at Preston Park and finishing at Hove Lawns. You’ll get to see the best that Brighton has to offer, with extraordinary crowds cheering you on throughout the course.

Runners at the start line of the Royal Parks Half marathon, with a banner displaying autumn leaves and a digital timer reading 00:00:05, set against a backdrop of trees with fall foliage and nearby buildings.

How it works

Register

Register with Demelza. We’ll then enter your details on the official event portal and let you know when to look out for the email.

Fundraise

You’ll automatically receive a link to your fundraising page. Simply share it with friends and family.

Train and take part

Find a training plan that's right for you and soak in the support from the streets of Brighton and Hove.

Key event details

Sunday 12 April 2026

Preston Park, Brighton

Registration fee: £35, minimum fundraising target: £450

Joining the team

As part of Team Demelza, we’ll support you every step of the way with:

💬 Fundraising advice
🪣 Fundraising material support
🎽 Demelza running vest
🏠 Opportunity to visit our Kent, South East London or East Sussex Hospice for a tour

Registration fee: £35

Minimum fundraising target: £450

Please note: your fundraising target excludes Gift Aid and matched giving.

FAQ's

When will I recieve my running vest?

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You will recieve your running vest a couple of weeks after signing up to the event.

When will I recieve the email to upload my details to the Brighton Marathon event portal?

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Once the official portal for this event is live and you have reached 60% (£270) of your fundraising target you will be added on to the portal to complete your details, such as predicted finish time etc.

I have further questions about the event itself, where can I find out more?

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Click here to view the FAQ's on the official event website

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