Brighton
Trail Running Calendar near Brighton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brighton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 108 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Trail running event in Hartfield, United Kingdom on 15 November 2026 with 10 km and half marathon races and 84 registered runners.
A social 10 mile trail loop around Ashdown Forest across heathland, woodland and sandy tracks, with rolling climbs and about 350 to 425 m of elevation gain.
A 14 mile trail run on 22 Nov 2026 with an initial climb, downloadable route maps, water stations, limited parking and a 50-place field.
Complete as many 5 km laps as possible on a marked trail loop from Peaslake Community Hall, with a 2 km ascent toward Pitch Hill and a downhill return. Solo and three-person team entries are available, with refreshments and prizes included.
Trail run from Plumpton Racecourse into the South Downs with three distances, varied trails, climbs onto the South Downs Way and coastal views.
Lap-based timed running on the Downslink at Southwater with distances from 5 km to ultra, flexible start times and a seven hour limit; all participants receive a finisher medal.
A festive Santa Dash in Northchapel on Sunday 29 November with 5K, 2.5K and a toddler scramble, medals for finishers and funds raised for Northchapel Village School.
December 2026
Guided trail run at Box Hill covering 12.5 miles with about 1000 m of ascent across woodland and technical climbs, led at a steady group pace by an experienced guide.
Single loop trail ultras from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs, with 55 and 100 mile options, significant ascent and variable winter conditions.
A winter adventure race in the Surrey Hills combining trail running and mountain biking with map and compass navigation, multiple time-based options and bike hire available.
A December 10 mile undulating race around Peacehaven with mostly off road sections, marked route, finishers' medal and festive prizes.
Timed lap event at Tilgate Park, Crawley with 5 km laps and distances from 5 km to ultra, a 7 hour limit, and a finisher medal for all participants.
A taster on the Longbridge 100 backyard course: six 7 km yards totalling 42 km using backyard rules, with timed results, prizes and on-course support.
A guided 10 km trail run through Ashdown Forest followed by an hour of yoga at Tranquility Yoga Studio, with tea and light snacks in Heron's Ghyll on Dec 6, 2026.
A 200 mile continuous trail loop from Juniper Hall around the South of England via major long-distance paths with a 96 hour limit, crew access and live tracking.
A 5 mile night trail run in Friston Forest with a self navigated GPX route, festive fancy dress, finisher medal and a bar exchange for returned race numbers.