Trail Running calendar near Eastbourne 2025-2026

Spring Run the Seasons Cowdray on April 11 offers scenic trail races across Cowdray Estate and the South Downs, with distances for kids, juniors and adults plus dog friendly CaniRun options. Enjoy varied trails and country views for all abi..

Tackle scenic chalky trails around the South Downs and Ditchling Beacon at the Maverick East Sussex Trail in Stanmer Park. Choose from 21 km, 13 km or 5 km routes with rolling hills, great views and a lively community atmosphere.

Take on the 42 km Brighton Trail Marathon through the South Downs from Stanmer Park to Hove Lawns on 12 April 2026. Hilly chalk ridgelines, woodland and a finish on the Brighton Marathon route promise a scenic, rewarding challenge.

Run scenic loops from Windsor Racecourse through Windsor Great Park, Runnymede and the Thames Path with views of Windsor Castle. Choose 50 km, 25 km or 10 km loops with aid stations, timing, a finisher T shirt and medal.

Run the Spring Trail Series at Cowdray Estate where the Serpent Trail winds through greensand hills, rivers and woodland. Distances from 12 km to 110 km, with food, camping and relaxed cutoffs for a friendly, well supported day.

Tough but rewarding 10 km fell race around Chingford with 450 m of climbing, hosting the first ever Essex County Championships. Pre entry only and open to Essex eligible runners aged 16 and over, with teams welcome.

Run the Martello Half Marathon in Seaford along seafront and South Downs trails, a scenic but undulating course with marshal support. Enjoy great views, a bespoke medal and free photos while backing local charities.

Join the Grand National 10 km trail in Findon on 19 April 2026 across the South Downs during Grand National weekend. Family friendly races include canicross, 5 miles and kids runs with bespoke medals, costumes and proceeds to local causes.

Join the Ale Trail, a 15 mile sponsored fun run through scenic countryside around Alfriston on 26 April 2026, with just 50 places for a sociable challenge. Start and finish at Ye Olde Smugglers Inne with checkpoints offering beer tokens and..

Test your navigation skills at The Drop Winchester, a point to point challenge where you are driven blindfolded to a mystery drop and must find your own way back to HQ. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes and surrender devices for a true adventure.

Run through carpeted bluebell woods and rolling South Downs at the Angmering Bluebell Trail Run. Choose 10 km or 10 miles on scenic off road routes, enjoy countryside views, a bespoke medal and race photos.

Join Bolt Round the Holt at Alice Holt Forest for scenic trail runs from 1k junior to half marathon while supporting GUTS and early detection of bowel cancer. Enjoy forest views, bespoke medals and a family oriented race day.

Join NOT the London Marathon Run 2026 on Sunday 26 April in Walton on Thames for a flat, certified lap course along the riverside towpath. Choose marathon, half or a 7 hour timed challenge, enjoy flexible starts and a commemorative medal.

Run a scenic 7 hour timed challenge along the River Thames at Wraysbury on Friday 1 May 2026 and choose your distance from 3 km to ultra. Friendly aid, medals and goody bags make this intimate 300 runner event ideal for PBs or relaxed miles..

Run, jog or walk the stunning Isle of Wight coastal path in distances from 10 miles to 106 km, passing the Needles, Cowes and Ventnor. Fully signed route with food, medical support, camping and medals for finishers.

Take on the Thames Path 100, a scenic 100 mile point to point from Richmond to Oxford with a finish on Oxford University grounds. Riverside trails, aid stations and a 30 hour time limit make for a classic endurance challenge.

Join a guided, non competitive 30 mile ultra around Surrey's North Downs and Greensand Way, tackling iconic climbs like Leith Hill and Box Hill. Ideal for first time ultra runners seeking scenic trails with experienced group support.

Join the Mid Sussex Marathon Weekend, a three day running series through East Grinstead, Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill with undulating multi terrain routes combining into a full marathon. Family friendly races welcome all abilities.

Run Silchester invites runners to scenic trail routes around Roman walls, past a 12th century church and through ancient woodland. Choose 2.5, 5 or 7 miles, collect a new medal and enjoy a community event supporting the local food pantry.

Join the Rapid Relays at Culden Faw Estate for solo or team relays, 5K and 10K sunrise runs, plus downhill time trial challenges. Chip timed with live splits, scenic woodland trails and free parking make it perfect for teams and supporters.