Thousands of runners took on the long-lasting off-road route final weekend (21 – 22 October). The first male marathon finishers included Oliver Varney (3:03:40), Tom Harvey (3:07:12) and Tim Short (3:12:06) with Yvette Clark (3:56:35), Hazel Reade (4:05:37) and Sophie McKeeman (4:08:29) as the primary feminine finishers.
An equally spectacular efficiency was seen by Kate Knight who, regardless of spinal surgical procedure and a knee alternative seven years in the past, selected to finish her 150th marathon at Beachy Head and crossed the end line in a time of 11 hours, 8 minutes and 27 seconds. Not content material with only a marathon, Kate then went on to run the Half Marathon the following day!
Councillor Margaret Bannister, Eastbourne Borough Council’s Lead Member for Tourism, Leisure, Accessibility & Community Safety, stated, “The Beachy Head Marathon weekend never fails to provide a brilliant atmosphere, bringing runners and spectators from far and wide to Eastbourne. Despite a wet start, this year was no exception!
Whether running the Marathon, Half Marathon, Ultramarathon or 10K, our runners embodied the spirit of this popular event and the incredible performance from Kate Knight is proof that runners of all abilities can take part.
If you are feeling inspired by the amazing achievement of this year’s runners, sign up for 2024 – you won’t regret it!”
Taking place from 26 – 27 October 2024, entries for the Beachy Head Marathon 2024 are on sale now, with Super Early Bird pricing in place till the top of October. To enter the Beachy Head Marathon, Half Marathon, Ultramarathon or 10K go to: www.beachyheadmarathon.com
