Brighton Marathon 2024

Organised by Martlets Hospice

Whether you are running the marathon or sponsoring someone who's taking part for us, thank you. Together you are all helping us to provide essential services to local people affected by terminal illness.

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Thank you for supporting #TeamMartlets.

Martlets is a local charity providing essential care to people affected by terminal illness in Brighton and Hove, and surrounding areas. Our expert teams provide the very best care and support, helping patients and their loved ones to live life to the full during the precious time they have together.

I love to run for Martlets, the local support is wonderful. I don't live in Brighton anymore, but fundraising for Martlets makes me feel a connection to where I grew up.

Most people receive care from us in their own homes. Others choose to spend their final days on our inpatient unit, or to join us as inpatients for respite care or symptom management. Outpatients also visit our hospice for pain relief, physiotherapy, counselling, welfare advice and social activities; some of these services were adapted during the COVID pandemic and continue to be offered via telephone and online video sessions.

How does the money you raise make a difference?

Martlets care is free thanks to the support of local people, businesses, and trusts. An NHS grant covers a portion of our costs, but we rely on the community to fund most of our vital services. From terminal cancer and end-stage heart disease to neurological conditions such as Parkinsons, Alzheimers, and Motor Neurone Disease, were here to help.