Bewl 15 Mile & 5 Mile
Wadhurst, United Kingdom • 5 Jul 2026
Bewl 15 & 5 Mile - 5 July 2026
Organised by Wadhurst Runners, the event takes place at Blacksmiths Lane, Wadhurst, beside Bewl Water in East Sussex on 5 July 2026. It offers two off-road race options and is part of local running activity in the area.
Distances and course
- 15 Mile
- 5 Mile
The 15 mile route is the full round Bewl Water trail, beginning in Wadhurst and descending to join the Bewl circuit. It includes sections through a nature reserve with lakeside views, gently undulating shore paths and a shorter, hilly section on quiet lanes. There is a 4 hour time limit for the 15 mile route. The 5 mile route follows the first 2.5 miles of the 15 mile course before returning along the same route and is entirely off road.
Entries, inclusion and prizes
Advance entry prices are listed at approximately £36–£38 for the 15 mile and £20–£22 for the 5 mile; on-the-day fees are listed separately at higher rates. Age limits are 18+ for the 15 mile and 15+ for the 5 mile. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a commemorative Bewl t-shirt; trophies are awarded to leading runners and free parking is offered when weather permits. The 15 mile race has cash prizes for the top three men and women, with a first prize of £100 that increases if the course record is broken.
Charity support
The event raises funds for the Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSSAA). The charity is described as responding to over 3,100 incidents annually and the race raised £6,200 for KSSAA in 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.