Eastbourne
Trail Running Calendar near Eastbourne 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Eastbourne for 2026-2027! We've gathered 58 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
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 trail course, a 50 person entry limit, prizes for the top three and village hall facilities.
October 2026
A single loop 100 miles trail race from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs, with 12,000 ft ascent, 12 aid stations, a 34 hour limit and a 50 mile qualifier requirement.
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.
Military style obstacle mud run at Hever Castle Kent with 3 km, 6 km and 12 km options and many obstacles modelled on Royal Marines training.
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, a 60 person entry limit, prizes for first male and female, and tea and cake after the race.
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.
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.
Trail race from Plumpton Racecourse through the South Downs with three route choices, notable climbs, coastal views and chip timing.
An 8.5 km mostly trail loop around Northiam with a marked and marshalled course, prizes for first male and female, and entry limited to 60 runners.
December 2026
Three single loop winter trail races from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs with marked routes, aid stations, GPS tracking and variable winter weather.
A December 10 mile undulating race around Peacehaven with mostly off road sections, marked route, finishers' medal and festive prizes.
A self-navigated festive night trail of about 5 miles through Friston Forest and downland, with medals, a bar perk and a fancy dress dessert prize.