South Downs
Eastbourne, United Kingdom • 23 May 2026
Trail Running in the South Downs
The UK Ultra South Downs event features four distinct races located within the South Downs National Park in the South East of England. All courses are point-to-point and utilize non-technical, runnable trails that include both flat, fast sections and steeper, hilly terrain. The routes converge during the event to cross the white cliffs of Beachy Head before concluding at a shared finish line in Eastbourne.
The event offers several race distances:
- 100 km
- 50 km
- 20 miles
- Half Marathon (Seven Sisters)
The 100 km race is part of the South Downs Triple Crown, a series where participants complete three ultra-distance races within a single calendar year. All routes are fully marked, and participants have access to regular aid stations staffed by volunteers.
The finish area in Eastbourne is designed to allow participants from different races to arrive at similar times. The site includes race commentary, food, music, and drinks. Massage services are also available for runners at the end of the course. Registration is open to both runners and walkers, with age requirements varying from 18 to 20 depending on the specific distance selected. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.