Chichester Harbour Trail Run

Emsworth, United Kingdom • 28 Feb 2026

Chichester Harbour Trail Run : overview

The Chichester Harbour Trail Run is a trail running event on Saturday 28 February 2026 in Southbourne / Chidham, PO10 8BN. The route runs around the Chidham Peninsula and along harbour-side and coastal paths around Chichester Harbour, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The course includes quiet trails, coastal sections and a short foreshore crossing at low tide. The event is organised and timed by UK Running Events.

Distances

  • 21.3 km
  • 16.1 km

Both distances have canicross and hiking options. The 21.3 km route lists elevation gain of +65 m; the 16.1 km route lists elevation gain of +50 m. GPX files are provided for each route.

Race details and facilities

Entry fees shown on the event page are £42.50 for the 21.3 km and £37.50 for the 16.1 km. The event is dog friendly; the rule is one dog per runner. Course signage uses pink arrows and pink tape; hazards and road junctions are marked with "Caution" signs. The event provides chip timing, water stations, on-course first aid, finisher medal, personalised certificate, bib number, drink and finisher goodies. The organiser asks participants to bring a reusable cup or bottle as the event operates plastic-free. Venue access is via Thorney Road / Main Road (A259) in Southbourne. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
21.3km Half Marathon
16 km
16.1km Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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