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 countryside. Great for runners, joggers or walkers looking to get fit.
Marathon Returns Saturday 23 October 2010
Entries are now open for the 2010 Beachy Head Marathon on 23 October. Race starts 9am from Dukes Drive. Enter online at Runners World, or download an entry form.
Run for Chase Hospice Care
Why not run for charity and help sick children? Chase hospice care for children are offering a limited number of free places to runners raising sponsorship money. To enter e-mail or tel: Tina Aston on 01483 454213.
Run for St Wilfrid's Hospice
Run for St Wilfrid's Hospice and support this hard working local charity. A limited number of free places are available to runners raising much needed funds. To book e-mail or call Claire Umney on 01323 437422.
Help Target Tuberculosis free the world of TB and run for their charity. A limited number of free places are available to runners helping this worthy cause. To book call or e-mail Lynn Stevens on 01273 827070.
Junior Beachy Head Challenge
Younger runners can test their cross country skills in the Beachy Head Challenge. Starts at 9.30am for 3km run (12 - 16 year olds) and 10.15am for 2km run (8-11 year olds). Entries now open.
Route
Tour the South Downs and cheer on runners with best views from Checkpoint 2 (Bo-Peep), Checkpoint 4 (Birling Gap) and along Beachy Head Road. Marathon starts at 9am.
Contact us:
Events Development, Eastbourne Borough Council, 1 Grove Road, Eastbourne BN21 4UH.
Tel: 01323 415442
