Rye Ancient Trails 30K & 15K
Rye, United Kingdom • 13 Sep 2026
Event
Rye Ancient Trails 30k & 15k is scheduled for 13 September 2026 in Rye, East Sussex, with Race HQ at Rye Sports Centre, TN31 7ND. The event offers two distance options and has entry requirements by age: the 30k is open to entrants aged 18 and over, the 15k to entrants aged 16 and over. The event supports local charities and the 2026 charity partner is The Oliver Curd Trust. The race has been awarded a Bronze Badge by Racecheck.
Course and logistics
The multi-terrain, hilly course runs through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and links the Norman churches of Rye, Iden, Beckley, Northiam and Peasmarsh. The route includes woodland, orchards, country lanes and coastal views, and features about 1500 ft of climb. Detailed route maps, including GPX files, are available. The finish area includes refreshments served by local volunteers and the girl guides. Entries include a bespoke medal, free photographs, and trophies and prizes for leading runners. On-the-day entry fees are listed as £40 for the 30k and £35 for the 15k; earlier-priced offers are shown at lower rates.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 30k (course measures a little more than 30 km)
- 15k