Take on the Brighton Marathon 2026 - a scenic marathon around one of Britain's most vibrant cities - whilst raising money to help Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity.
Enjoying breath-taking views as you clock up the miles, you'll be making a life-changing difference to the seriously ill children and young people who arrive at Great Ormond Street Hospital every day.
Event details
Sunday 12 April 2026
Brighton & Hove
Fundraising pledge: £500
Registration fee: £30
About the Brighton Marathon route
Starting at Preston Park and finishing at Hove Lawns, this 26.2 mile run is one of the UK's biggest and best marathons. The route takes you into Withdean before the turn back towards the city. Passing the Pavilion, you'll head up into Kemptown before following the coast to Ovingdean. Take a final turn back for a breath-taking view of the city, running along the promenade and into Hove before a fabulous finish at the beach village.
Join TeamGOSH
Secure your place on the start line by registering for one of our chaity places today.
- Registration fee: £30
- Fundraising target: £500 (excluding gift aid)
Have a general entry place?
If you've secured your own place in the 2026 Brighton Marathon, we’d love for you to join TeamGOSH and run for us.
As you have your own place in the event, there is no minimum fundraising commitment; we only ask you to raise what you can.
Why run for GOSH?
As part of TeamGOSH, you will receive:
a complimentary professional running vest
access to professional training plans
encouragement along the route from our cheer team
a digital welcome pack full of fundraising tips & advice
unlimited support from our Challenge Events Team
Every child needs a hero. By taking on this challenge, you'll be doing something extraordinary for seriously ill children and young people from across the UK.
GOSH Charity supports life-saving child health research across the country, as well as investing in vital support services, the latest medical technology, and world-class facilities for the children who depend on Great Ormond Street Hospital. Your run can make a huge difference.challenges@gosh.org
Any questions?
If you have any questions about the Brighton Marathon or the fundraising requirements, please feel free to get in touch with our challenge events team, who will be happy to help at challenges@gosh.org
FAQ's
How much do I have to fundraise?
£500 minimum fundraising pledge.
What should I do to fundraise?
We recommend setting up an Enthuse or JustGiving fundraising page, take a look at the 'promote your fundraising' section of the website.
What happens if I don’t raise the minimum amount?
Please get in touch if you need support with your fundraising.
Will I get a GOSH running vest?
Yes, you'll be asked your vest size on registration.
Where can friends and family cheer during the race?
We will share details of the GOSH Charity cheer point to all participants closer to event day to share with family and friends.