Eastbourne
Trail Running Calendar near Eastbourne 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Eastbourne for 2026-2027! We've gathered 59 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A 12 km team navigation endurance challenge along the Seven Sisters and South Downs Way with load bearing and non load bearing categories.
Run a 13 km route through the rolling hills and woods of the South Downs near Lewes to support local wildlife and land conservation efforts.
Community fun run in Horsted Keynes with 2.5K, 5K and 8K countryside routes; proceeds split between the school PTA and Rocking Horse Children’s Charity.
Six hour trail event at Bates Green Farm where runners complete as many 3.6 mile laps as they choose, solo or in relay, with a vegan friendly cup free aid station.
Obstacle course weekend at Pippingford Park on 26–27 Sep 2026 with Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids races and the British OCR Ultra Championship.
A 10 mile, traffic free trail run at Eridge Park on 27 September 2026 featuring steep climbs, muddy sections, route maps and finish-line cake and a pint.
A 5km handicap trail race in Firle on 27 September 2026 with a mostly hard track route, prizes, a 50 runner limit and tea and cake after.
October 2026
Experience a 100 mile trail loop through the South Downs National Park with 12,000 feet of elevation gain and 12 well stocked aid stations.
Looped night trail races on the South Downs from Plumpton Racecourse, offering 50k, half marathon and 20 mile options with marked course and staffed aid stations.
A community organised 10 km race at Imberhorne School featuring mixed terrain, marshals, chip timing and a sustainably sourced finisher medal supporting local charities.
Commando Series at Hever Castle on 10 October 2026 features 3K, 6K and 12K military style obstacle courses with age specific entries and an event village.
Trail races at Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest on 18 October 2026, offering half marathon, 10 km and junior distances on traffic free woodland trails.
A 10 km trail run through the private grounds of Hole Park, a historic estate near Cranbrook, Kent, on 18 October 2026. Entry is priced at £25 and the event includes timed results, finisher medals and official race photography.
An 8 km trail loop around Herstmonceux with over 70% trail, course marshals, prizes and tea and cake after the race at the village hall.
A trail running weekend at Beachy Head offering Ultra, marathon, half and 10k distances with coastal scenery, staffed aid stations and marked routes.
An overnight self supported 50 km ultra from East Grinstead to Brighton on 30 to 31 October 2026, in person event with tickets at £14.46 and no refunds.
November 2026
A 27 mile night-time group training run at Devil's Dyke with about 1,000 m ascent, guided route, head torches required and minimum age 16.
A 14 mile trail race on 22 November 2026 that starts with a climb and follows muddy and chalky descents, with water provision en route and tea, coffee and cake at the finish. Route files and a trail narrative are available to download.