Altra Brighton Half Marathon

Hove, United Kingdom

Expected February 2028

Our best guess from a single past year. We'll firm it up when the organiser confirms.

Distance

21.1km

Start Time

09:30

Cutoff

3.5 hours

Terrain

Road

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

The Brighton Half Marathon starts and finishes on Hove Lawns on the seafront, sending runners east past Brighton Pier and out towards Ovingdean along Marine Drive and the bracing cliff tops. After a sharp turn before the Greenways Roundabout the route returns west into the city, sweeping past St Peter's Church, the tree-lined perimeter of The Level and the Royal Pavilion before turning onto the Kingsway. From there runners pass Brighton Pier and head into Hove between cream Regency architecture and the sea, finishing with two miles past the colourful beach huts and a final dash to the Prom. The course is run entirely on road and is notably flat, which makes it a firm favourite for personal bests. Around 10,000 runners take part, cheered on by large crowds in one of Britain's most running-enthusiastic cities.

Hove Lawns seafront start and finish
Route past Brighton Pier and the West Pier
Regency architecture of Brighton and Hove
The Royal Pavilion and Old Steine
Clifftop views along Marine Drive
Tree-lined perimeter of The Level
Colourful Hove beach huts on the closing miles
Incredible seafront finish with large crowds

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Hove Lawns, Kingsway, Brighton and Hove, Hove, UK

Finish

Hove Lawns, Kingsway, Brighton and Hove, Hove, UK

Terrain

Road surface throughout, following the seafront promenades, Marine Drive and the cliff tops, with a section through the city centre streets.

Route

Starting on Hove Lawns on the seafront, the race heads east towards Brighton Pier, then out towards Ovingdean past the Royal and Lewes Crescent architecture. It continues on Marine Drive and the cliff tops towards the Blind Veterans UK centre, where a sharp turn on the road before the Greenways Roundabout brings runners back west towards Brighton with cliff top and panoramic city views. The route enters the Old Steine towards St Peter's Church, passes through the tree-lined perimeter of The Level, then heads south down Grand Parade to the Old Steine and the Royal Pavilion. Turning right onto the Kingsway, runners pass Brighton Pier with the West Pier on the horizon, then head into Hove along the Kings Road between the cream Regency architecture and the sea. Past the King Alfred Leisure Centre they run to Hove Lagoon before turning left onto the seafront, and a final two miles past the colourful Hove beach huts brings them back to the finish on the Prom.

Getting There

From Brighton station, take Queens Road south to the seafront, turn left and head towards Brighton Pier. The start is clearly visible on the east side of the pier.

Race Day

Race pack collection is available on the Saturday before race day from 2pm to 4pm, or on race day from 7.30am at the help desk in the race village on Madeira Drive. The half marathon starts at 09:30.

Good to know

What you get

Finisher medal

Chip timing

Race photos

Goodie bag

Cash prizes

Pacers

Training program

Parking information

Drink station information

Medical assistance information

Toilets

Event merchandise

iTabs

Park & Ride shuttle

On the day

Toilets

Bag drop

Merchandise

Marshals on course

First aid on course

Water on course4

ParkingParking information is provided as part of your entry, and a Park & Ride shuttle service runs for the event. Entrants should check the parking details in the race pack for the recommended car parks.

ShuttlePark & Ride shuttle service available for participants.

Public transportIf you are coming from the station take Queens Road south to the seafront, turn left and head towards Brighton Pier. The start will be clearly visible on the east side of the pier.

AccessibilityThe event is wheelchair friendly. Runners of all abilities are welcome, and anyone falling behind the 3.5 hour schedule is asked to continue on the pavement.

Aid stations · 4Mile 3: Water · Mile 6: Water · Mile 8: WATER and HIGH5 · Mile 11: Water and HIGH5 · Four drinks stations along the 13.1 mile course, with water at each · Water stations at miles 3 and 6 · HIGH5 energy drink and water at miles 8 and 11 · Portable toilets and urinals in and around race village and at all four drinks stations along the route · Disabled toilets available in each block of toilet facilities in race village and at drinks stations 2 and 3 along the route

Before you enter

RefundsNo refunds are offered. Entrants can request a full refund within 24 hours of registration if they change their mind.

TransfersEntries are not transferable.

DeferralsNo. The event does not offer deferrals, transfers or refunds, so please make sure you are able to take part before entering.

If the race is cancelledNo refunds, deferrals or transfers are offered for this event.

Minimum ageYes, entrants must be at least 17 years old on race day.

HeadphonesWe know that some runners enjoy listening to music while running, however we encourage you not to use earphones on race day to ensure you hear any medical alerts and instructions from marshals.

Time limitWe welcome participants of all abilities in the race. The sweeper bus will follow runners on a 3.5 hour running schedule. Runners falling behind this schedule will be asked to run on the pavement.

Collecting your numberYou will be able to pick one up on the Saturday before race day from 2-4pm, or on race day from 7.30am from the help desk in the race village on Madeira Drive. Please bring proof of entry. The help desk location is close to Brighton Pier, it is the first marquee you will come across walking east, that is towards the Marina.

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