Serpent Trail

JUL

3

2027

Trail running across the South Downs National Park with distances from 10 km to 100 km, coach transport included, camping and on-course support.

Sat 3 Jul 2027

Petersfield, South East (England)

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Serpent Trail

The Serpent Trail is a multi-distance trail running event in the South Downs National Park based at Petersfield Rugby Club, Hampshire, GU31 4EP. The route follows the permanent Serpent Trail waymarking combined with additional race signage and passes through lowland heath, ancient woodland, greensand hills and river meanders.

Coach transport to the race starts is included with entries. Camping is available on Friday and Saturday nights and a kids race takes place on Friday evening. Food and a licensed bar are provided at the event venue. Walkers are welcome and the event has a minimum age of 16.

Distances and key facts:

100 km - 1785 m total ascent; 9 checkpoints; 18 hour time limit
75 km - 1200 m total ascent; 7 checkpoints; walkers welcome
50 km - 700 m total ascent; 5 checkpoints; starts near Petworth, finishes Petersfield
20 km - 2 checkpoints; woodland, heath and river scenery; walkers welcome
10 km - 6 mile route; water station; walkers welcome

Entries open 30 October 2026 and close 26 June 2027. The 100 km, 50 km and 20 km distances close 5 June 2027. Entry fees by distance are listed and an instalment option is available for selected races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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