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Experience the ultimate seaside marathon in Brighton & Hove

  • 12 Apr 2026
  • Brighton
  • £25 registration fee
  • £350 sponsorship commitment

Take part in the 2026 Brighton Marathon in buzzing and beautiful city of Brighton & Hove for an unforgettable 26.2 mile run.

Starting in Preston Park, you'll scores of iconic Brighton landmarks including the South Lanes, the oldest Sealife Centre in the world and Brighton Bandstand, before your triumphant finish at Beach Village!

Ready for your next challenge? Join Team Cats now and make a real difference to the cats and kittens that need our help.

Our 2026 team is now full! Please join our waiting list and we'll be in touch if a place becomes available.

If you have your own place in the event, you can still join Team Cats! Click here to make your marathon more meaningful by using your place to support the cats.

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How much do I have to raise?

For this popular marathon run there is a registration fee of £25 and we ask for a minimum sponsorship commitment of £350. 

Already got your own place? 

Join our team of Cat Champions and then simply set up a fundraising page and raise whatever you can to make life better for cats. In return, we’ll send you your own Cats Protection running top when you kickstart your fundraising!

I've got my own place
How we'll support you with your challenge

We'll be with you every step of the way, from sign-up to the finish line! When you join Team Cats, you’ll get a first-class experience including:

  • dedicated support from our Events team, who will answer any questions and offer personalised fundraising advice
  • a jam-packed Fundraising Handbook containing downloadable resources, tips, advice and inspiring stories from previous Cat Champions!
  • branded technical vest or t-shirt to wear with pride during training and on event day
  • access to our community of Cat Champions, where you’ll connect with other cat lovers, exchange training and fundraising ideas and advice, and share your cutest cat photos!
  • stories about the cats you’re helping, and even the chance to visit your local Cats Protection, to see firsthand the impact your fundraising will make
How we're helping cats in your community

We help an estimated 157,000 cats and kittens a year through our national network which includes around 185 volunteer teams and 32 cat centres. We also provide an array of cat care information and support, promote the benefits of neutering, and seek to educate people of all ages about cats and their care. 

You're able to nominate any local Cats Protection to receive 100% of the money you raise from your challenge, helping the cats in your chosen area. 

Get in touch

If you have any questions, check out our frequently asked questions page.

Alternatively, reach out to our friendly Events team on 01825 741 960 or email events@cats.org.uk.

You can be a cat champion! Join Team Cats and start making an impact today.

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