2018 will be the 28th year of The Grand Brighton Half Marathon. One of the first major ‘halfs’ in the running calendar, the race is now one of the most popular races in the UK.
The start and finish of the race are on Madeira Drive next to the Steve Ovett statue. You can see maps of the full course and the race village here. The race start time is 9am…
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Perhaps you have never been there in the winter months….
It is my photo and I took it one February..
Brighton may be the UK’s most popular tourist resort for overseas visitors but they must stay in when it is warmer! Could the winter be the best time to visit?
The pier is open all year .. so is the splendid Brighton Royal Pavilion and the stunning new observation tower.
Steyning is within easy reach of Brighton .. just 10 miles away. Stay in cosy Rosebud Cottage!
Every year the Royal Pavilion has a wonderful outside ice rink…
Open to the public this season from Nov 4th, 2017 – Jan 14th, 2018.
It’s beautiful, twinkly, romantic and child-friendly… if you don’t want to skate you can enjoy beautiful food in their rink side bar and restaurant.
Costs from £10 ….
The London to Brighton Veteran Car Run is the longest-running motoring event in the world. The first run was in 1896, and it has taken place most years since its initial revival in 1927. To qualify, the cars must have been built before 1905.
The race this year … in 2017 …will be the 121st race. It is always on the first Sunday in November…
More details at http://www.veterancarrun.com/
Also in November Petworth Literary Festival
