Lewes Athletic Club celebrates strong performances at 2026 London Marathon
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Eight members of Lewes Athletic Club joined approximately 59,000 runners on Sunday, 26th April, to take part in the 2026 London Marathon. They delivered an outstanding set of performances on one of the world’s most iconic courses.
The race began at Greenwich Park and finished on The Mall. Runners crossed the line after passing Buckingham Palace. The largely flat course, featuring a total elevation gain of 246 feet, showcased some of London’s most famous landmarks, including Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, and Big Ben.
Conditions on the day were close to ideal for distance running. Participants set off in cool temperatures of around 12ºC, which gradually rose to 16ºC by midday and reached between 18–20ºC for the majority of finishers.
Lewes AC athletes rose to the occasion with a series of impressive results:
Ben Peters (18–39): 2:37:47
George Stewart (18–39): 2:38:08
Fraser Macnicoll (18–39): 2:47:29
Jason Lee (40–44): 2:56:35
Ian Cumming (50–54): 3:00:38
Heidi Hodgson (45–49): 3:19:52 (102nd in category)
Cathy Beresford (18–39): 3:51:38
Kirsty Joss (18–39): 4:31:45 (personal best)
Among the standout stories was Ian Cumming, a finalist on the 2015 Great British Bake Off, who delivered a strong performance in the 50–54 category. Heidi Hodgson’s result placed her an impressive 102nd in her category, while Kirsty Joss celebrated a personal best.
Club Chair Philip Westbury praised the team’s achievements, “What a day for Lewes Athletic Club! As world records were broken on the streets of London, our team saw all their incredible training pay off with some truly exceptional performances. Congratulations to all who took part.”
About Lewes Athletic Club
Established in 1984, Lewes AC supports athletes of all ages and abilities, offering coaching and competition across track and field, cross country, road running, and more. To learn more, visit www.lewesac.co.uk.