Serpent Trail
Petersfield, United Kingdom • 4 Jul 2026
Event overview
The Serpent Trail is an off-road running event on Saturday 4 July 2026 at Petersfield Rugby Club, Hampshire (GU31 4EP). Entry is open from 10 October 2025 and closes 27 June 2026, with some distances closing earlier. Minimum age is 16 on the event date. Entries include coach transport to race starts. The event uses permanent Serpent Trail markings plus race signage. Camping is available on Friday and Saturday nights. A kids race takes place on Friday evening. Food and a licensed bar are provided at the venue. Walkers are welcome.
Distances and course details
- 100 km - 1785 m total ascent, 9 checkpoints, 18 hr time limit, firm sandy underfoot.
- 75 km - 1200 m total ascent, 7 checkpoints, walkers welcome.
- 50 km - 700 m total ascent, 5 checkpoints, starts near Petworth, finishes in Petersfield.
- 20 km - 2 checkpoints, woodland, open heath and river sections, walkers welcome.
- 10 km - 6 mile route, mixed country roads, heathland, woodland and cornfields, water station, walkers welcome.
The 100 km and 50 km courses are described as generally flat with sandy trails that dry well. Some distances note relatively small hills and a flatter second half for the 100 km.
Entry fees and payment
Standard entry fees are listed per distance. An instalment option is available: 50% payable on entry and the remaining 50% payable by 01/02/2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.