This run on a classic seafront promenade heads east of Brighton, mainly along the Undercliff Walk path. This route is along a concrete path, with great views of the English Channel, as you run underneath white cliffs. From Brighton Pier, the distance is up to 4.75 miles to the end of the path in Saltdean at the Telscombe Cliffs View. You can also include the 1 mile out and back jaunt along scenic Brighton Pier (can get crowded). Note that the beaches in the area are very pebbly and not good for running. Bonus: A bus runs along the main road, allowing for good one-way options! Our thanks to Kassie Helm for this route!
Key distances and landmarks along the way, headed east from Brighton Pier, in miles:
2.0: Brighton Marina (nice additional piers & paths) 3.7: Rottingdean Beach 4.3 Saltdean Beach 4.75: End of Path
Add-Ons: Brighton Marina (up to 4 miles of paths, route here); Seafront route west of Brighton toward Southwick.
Courtesy: Kassie Helm
This run on a classic seafront promenade heads east of Brighton, mainly along the Undercliff Walk path. This route is along a concrete path, with great views of the English Channel, as you run underneath white cliffs. From Brighton Pier, the distance is up to 4.75 miles to the end of the path in Saltdean at the Telscombe Cliffs View. You can also include the 1 mile out and back jaunt along scenic Brighton Pier (can get crowded). Note that the beaches in the area are very pebbly and not good for running. Bonus: A bus runs along the main road, allowing for good one-way options! Our thanks to Kassie Helm for this route!
Key distances and landmarks along the way, headed east from Brighton Pier, in miles:
2.0: Brighton Marina (nice additional piers & paths) 3.7: Rottingdean Beach 4.3 Saltdean Beach 4.75: End of Path
Add-Ons: Brighton Marina (up to 4 miles of paths, route here); Seafront route west of Brighton toward Southwick.
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Up to 4.75 miles (7.6 km) One-Way to Saltdean
35m (115 feet)
Brighton Beach Pier
Train Station in Brighton; Bus runs along main road; There are car parks in the area
This run on a classic seafront promenade heads west of Brighton to Southwick. Great views of the English Channel, and 2+ miles along the Hove and Western lawns, adding a nice touch of green. It's 3 miles to Southwick and 5.5 miles to Kingston Beach.
The Brighton Marina makes for a scenic standalone run or a longer route in conjunction with the area's 10+ miles of seafront paths. It's possible to do about 4 miles along the marina's paths and out to two piers.
A good alternative to the seafront paths, this 5 mile tour of Brighton's parks and sights includes The Royal Pavillion palace, several garden parks and greens, and the more substantial Preston Park, which has lovely paths and grounds.
Just inland from Brighton lies a vast open countryside, featuring rolling terrain populated by farms, heaths, and woodlands. Two favorite spots for trail running are Devil's Dyke and Stanmer Park, which lie within the 12,800-acre South Downs National Park.
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Essentials
Up to 4.75 miles (7.6 km) One-Way to Saltdean
35m (115 feet)
Brighton Beach Pier
Train Station in Brighton; Bus runs along main road; There are car parks in the area
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