LDWA South Downs Marathon 2026
Sunday 26th April 2026
28 or 18 miles in 11 hours
There are two distances available, crossing some of the most beautiful countryside in the South Downs National Park including Seven Sisters, Cuckmere Haven, and Firle Beacon, also visiting the iconic downland villages of Littlington, Firle and Alfriston. 4000+ft of ascent on the 28 mile route and 2800+ft on the 18 mile route. The 18 mile route will miss out Firle, Firle Beacon and return from Alfristion on an alternative route.
Start Location: East Dean Village Hall, BN20 0DR, just off A259, 3 miles west of Eastbourne. (OS Grid Reference TV557977). Bus route Eastbourne - Brighton 12, 12A & 12X
Registration: From 7:45 am. Car parking is in the field next to the Hall. Luggage may be left in the Hall.
Staggered start from 08:30 to 10:00 but fast walkers should not start before 09:00 and runners should not start before 09:30. All to be finished by 19:30
Results will be on the LDWA website shortly after the event.
Entry includes an emailed certificate for all finishers under 11 hrs, and a light hot meal at the end. Three / two CP's with food and refreshments, all with vegetarian options. A badge is available to purchase.
Route Description. Full route descriptions, section of map and GPX files will be made available from 13th April 2026 for download from our website, in both .pdf and .doc format.
Entries now open. via SiEntries. https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid=Y&event_id=16937
