Run for us!
Your support enables us to continue making a difference to over 10,000 young people, children, and families in Sussex and Surrey every year.
Worthing 10k
8 June 2025
The Worthing 10k is one of the largest running events in the south and a great day out by the seaside welcoming runners of all levels! If you fancy taking on this 10K for YMCA DownsLink Group, get in touch now.
Registration free: £28
Sponsorship minimum: £100
Difficulty: easy to hard depending on skill level
Beachy Head Marathon
25 October 2025
One the biggest off-road marathons in the UK. Formerly known as the Seven Sisters Marathon, it is popular for its scenic and challenging route through the South Downs National Park countryside. Great for runners, joggers or walkers looking to get fit.
Registration free: £75
Sponsorship minimum: £250
Difficulty: hard
Brighton Half Marathon 2026
1 March 2026
We are delighted to be a a charity partner for the Brighton Half marathon, which takes place on the 1st March 2026. Known as the ‘UK’s happiest half marathon’ it’s always well supported and fun event along the beautiful Brighton seafront.
Want to get involved? Email us and let us know!
Registration free: £30
Sponsorship minimum: £295
Difficulty: Moderate
Why run for us
Our incredible supporter community go above and beyond to raise awareness and funds to change young lives.
Sheldon's 50mile run along the DownsLink Way
I want to raise funds and awareness of the amazing work the housing teams do supporting young people to achieve their goals, despite the challenges life has thrown at them.
Young people respond so positively to these selfless people who show unconditional positive regard for them. Running this distance is as much an ode to their ability to endure and succeed in the face of adversity as anything else.”
