2027 Brighton Marathon - Apr 4 Countdown

Q: When is the 2027 Brighton Marathon?

The 2027 Brighton Marathon is on Sunday 4 April 2027, with the main start at 09:45 BST from Preston Park. It is the centrepiece of the Brighton Marathon Weekend, which also includes a 10K and the Brighton Miles. Plan your finish time with our pace calculator.

Q: What is the Brighton Marathon route?

The course starts in Preston Park, heads north for the early miles, then runs back south through the city centre past the Royal Pavilion to the seafront. It loops out to Ovingdean and back, then follows the coast through Hove to finish on Madeira Drive / Hove Lawns by the sea.

Q: What is the Brighton Marathon time limit?

The cutoff is 7 hours, which is roughly a 16:00 min/mile (9:57 min/km) average. Official pacers run groups from 3:00 up to 7:00, so there is support across the whole field. Check your target against our pace calculator.

Q: How do I enter the 2027 Brighton Marathon?

Brighton uses open general entry rather than a ballot — places go on sale directly through London Marathon Events while they last. If general entry sells out, charity places are widely available (typically a small entry fee plus a fundraising target of £400-£500).

Q: What is the weather usually like?

Early April on the south coast is typically cool and breezy, around 9-13°C with a fair chance of an onshore Channel wind on the exposed seafront miles. Layer for the start and plan for headwind on the coastal section.

Q: Are there crowds and road closures?

Yes — Brighton has a strong festival atmosphere with large, lively crowds through the city centre and along the seafront, plus bands and community cheer points. Extensive road closures are in place across the city on race morning, so plan travel and arrive early.

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Race Information

Race	2027 Brighton Marathon - Apr 4
City	Brighton
Date	2027-04-04 at 09:45
Field Size	~12,000 runners
Time Limit	7 hours
Cutoff pace	9:57/km
Timezone	Europe/London
Official Site	London Marathon Events
Registration	Register

Race Day Weather

Average Temperature	8.3°C / 47°F
Humidity	84%
Wind	25.2 km/h
Rain Chance	38%
Typical Conditions	Cool, breezy spring morning on the south coast — typically 9-13°C at the 09:45 start with a stiff onshore Channel breeze.

What to Prepare: Dress for 11°C plus wind chill off the sea: a light long-sleeve and gloves for the start that you can shed. The seafront miles are exposed, so a cap and a clear plan for the headwind help. Check the forecast against our weather score tool.

Based on historical averages for race week. Use our Weather Score Calculator and What to Wear Guide for personalized advice.

Wind Impact on Race Day

Wind at 25.2 km/h can affect your marathon pace by 5-15 seconds per kilometer. Headwinds slow you down exponentially — a 20 km/h wind costs more than twice a 10 km/h wind.

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Race-Week Climate

Based on 20 years of race-week weather (2005-2024), MERRA-2 reanalysis

	Cooler	Typical	Warmer
Temperature	5.1°C	8.6°C	11.2°C
Dew point	1.2°C	5.8°C	8.8°C

Wet-day chance: 38% Runnability: 67/100

Data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), NASA Langley Research Center

Course Profile

Course Type	Loop with out-and-back seafront sections
Elevation Gain	145m
Terrain	Road
Profile	Flat and fast — about 145m of total ascent, gently rolling early miles around Preston Park before a long flat coastal stretch to the finish.
Boston Qualifier	Yes — Check your BQ time

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2027 Brighton Marathon?

The 2027 Brighton Marathon is on Sunday 4 April 2027, with the main start at 09:45 BST from Preston Park. It is the centrepiece of the Brighton Marathon Weekend, which also includes a 10K and the Brighton Miles. Plan your finish time with our pace calculator.

Is Brighton a good marathon for a PB?

Yes — Brighton is one of the flatter big UK marathons, with only about 145m (477ft) of total elevation gain across the 26.2 miles. The long, flat coastal stretch into the finish makes it a popular target for personal bests and for chasing a London Good for Age (GFA) time. See the layout on our elevation profile tool.

What is the Brighton Marathon route?

The course starts in Preston Park, heads north for the early miles, then runs back south through the city centre past the Royal Pavilion to the seafront. It loops out to Ovingdean and back, then follows the coast through Hove to finish on Madeira Drive / Hove Lawns by the sea.

What is the Brighton Marathon time limit?

The cutoff is 7 hours, which is roughly a 16:00 min/mile (9:57 min/km) average. Official pacers run groups from 3:00 up to 7:00, so there is support across the whole field. Check your target against our pace calculator.

How do I enter the 2027 Brighton Marathon?

Brighton uses open general entry rather than a ballot — places go on sale directly through London Marathon Events while they last. If general entry sells out, charity places are widely available (typically a small entry fee plus a fundraising target of £400-£500).

Is there a Good for Age or qualifying standard?

No qualifying time is required to enter Brighton — it is open to all abilities. As a certified road course it is suitable for setting a time toward London's Good for Age (GFA) standards. Check whether your goal time qualifies with our Good for Age tool.

What is the weather usually like?

Early April on the south coast is typically cool and breezy, around 9-13°C with a fair chance of an onshore Channel wind on the exposed seafront miles. Layer for the start and plan for headwind on the coastal section.

Are there crowds and road closures?

Yes — Brighton has a strong festival atmosphere with large, lively crowds through the city centre and along the seafront, plus bands and community cheer points. Extensive road closures are in place across the city on race morning, so plan travel and arrive early.