Chichester Harbour Trail Run

Emsworth, United Kingdom • 28 Feb 2026

Event overview

Chichester Harbour Trail Run takes place on Saturday 28 February 2026 in Chidham / Southbourne, PO10 8BN. The event is organised by UK Running Events and is held around the Chidham Peninsula and along Chichester Harbour, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The route is described to include quiet trails, coastal paths and a short foreshore crossing at low tide. The course offers views towards Bosham Hoe, Itchenor, East Head and the South Downs.

Distances, course and services

  • 21.3 km
  • 16.1 km

Both distances are offered for standard running and there are separate canicross and hiking options for each distance. Elevation gain is low: +65 m for the 21.3 km route and +50 m for the 16.1 km route. GPX files are provided for both routes. Course signage uses pink arrows and pink tape; hazards and road junctions are marked with caution signs.

The event includes chip timing, water stations, first aid on course, bib numbers, a finisher medal, finisher goodies and a personalised certificate. The event is dog friendly with a one-dog-per-runner rule; organisers request that runners bring poo bags, water, treats and an appropriate lead. Prices listed for entry are £42.50 for the 21.3 km and £37.50 for the 16.1 km. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
16 km
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