Seven Sisters Half Marathon
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Seven Sisters Half Marathon
The Seven Sisters Half Marathon is a trail race through the South Downs National Park. The route starts and finishes at Helen Gardens in Eastbourne (BN20 7XL) and follows the South Downs Way through Friston Forest, woodland sections, past the Seven Sisters and over Beachy Head before returning to the start.
The distance is 13.5 miles with approximately 2,000 ft ascent & descent. The course is largely runnable and not technical, composed of grass trails with some farm tracks and forest paths. The route is fully signed and waymarked. Terrain breakdown is listed as 99% trail and 1% tarmac. One fully stocked aid station is provided and live chip timing is used.
Included for participants are a bespoke finisher medal, winner trophies for male and female categories, downloadable race photos, prizes for vet categories, event insurance, and first aid and medical cover. A free shuttle bus runs from the finish area to local hotels and Eastbourne train station.
Entry is on a first come, first served basis with no qualification required and no waitlist. Entries close one week prior to the race or once entry limits are reached. Minimum age to enter is 18 years. Refund and transfer rules: a 50% refund is available up to March 2, 2026; after that no refunds except a full refund for pregnancy if notified before the race. Deferral and transfer to another runner are possible under specified time limits and fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
