Brighton
Trail Running Calendar near Brighton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brighton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 87 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Beat The Tide 10k runs along Worthing and Lancing beaches with an aid station at 5 km, canicross welcome and on-site drinks and pizza at Perch on the Parade.
Off road Half Marathon around Henfield with a riverside and disused railway course, start and finish at Henfield Leisure Centre with showers and free parking.
A 52 mile navigation challenge across the South Downs from Plumpton College, with seven staffed checkpoints, required equipment and a 23 hours completion limit.
Trail running from Lancing College across the South Downs with 5K, 10K, Marathon and 50K routes, marked courses, aid stations and chip timing.
A 7.5 km trail loop around Ticehurst on 23 August 2026 with over 70 percent trail, a marked and marshalled course, prizes for first male and female, and tea and cake after.
A laps based timed run at Ardingly Reservoir offering multiple distances, chip timing, an aid station and a donut shaped finisher's medal.
Permanent 7 km mud and obstacle assault course near Dorking, Surrey with over 100 obstacles and options for one, two or limitless laps for solo runners and groups.
September 2026
A multi-distance trek and trail event along the South Downs Way from Eastbourne to Arundel with scenic sections including Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters. Distances of 100 km, 50 km and 25 km are supported with rest stops, medical teams, camping an..
A guided loop trail run around Lewes of about 18 miles with over 2600 ft of ascent, passing Mount Caburn, Firle Beacon and Kingston Ridge.
A wine-themed running event at Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking offering a half marathon and 10 km through vineyards with wine stops, food and live entertainment.
On 13 September 2026 the Alf Shrubb Memorial returns to Slinfold with chip timed 10k and 5k trail races plus children’s races. The event finishes at Slinfold Cricket Club, supports local causes and awards a replica Alf Shrubb medal to finishers.
A community trail event on 19 September 2026 in Chiddingfold offering 1 km, 5 km and 10 km races, chip timing and medals for the longer distances. The event includes on site music, a bar and barbecue and supports local charities.
A 12 km team navigation endurance challenge along the Seven Sisters and South Downs Way with load bearing and non load bearing categories.
Obstacle course races at Pippingford Park on Sep 26 to 27, 2026, with Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra and kids races across rolling, sometimes wet countryside.
Ten mile off road trail at Eridge Park with steep climbs, muddy single track, GPX route maps, a finisher memento and cake and a pint at the finish.
A picturesque 5 km handicap trail run from Firle Village Hall on undulating tracks, with prizes, marshals, post-race tea and a limit of 50 entries.
A timed lap based run at Buchan Country Park in Crawley on 27 September 2026 with distances from 5 km up to ultra and flexible start options. Entry choices include a medal or a lower cost no medal option.
October 2026
A single-loop 100 mile trail from Plumpton Racecourse in the South Downs National Park, featuring over 12,000 ft of elevation, 12 aid stations, a 34 hour cutoff and free onsite camping. The race forms part of the South Downs Triple Crown.
A 50 km night loop in the South Downs from Plumpton Racecourse with reflective route marking, four aid stations, GPS tracking and a 12 hour time limit.