The Ale Trail
Alfriston, United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026
Event overview
The Ale Trail is a 15 mile sponsored fun run scheduled for 26 April 2026 in Alfriston, East Sussex. The event is organised by Multisport Management and has a total of 50 places. Entry fees vary by date, with listed prices of £33, £35 and £37 depending on when participants register. Non-UKA / TRA members pay an additional £2 levy.
Route and logistics
The start and finish are at the beer garden of the Ye Olde Smugglers Inne, Market Square, Alfriston. The route file (GPX) and a race narrative are provided for download; participants are advised to follow the GPX or the printed narrative as a backup. Two staffed checkpoints are on the course at The Hampden Arms and The Ram Inn where runners register their arrival and receive a beer token redeemable at the bar; light snacks and water are also available there. The finish includes handing in the race number at the bar to receive a final drink (options listed include a pint, glass of wine or a soft drink).
Organisers provide race numbers, pins and a bottle of water at collection. A time limit of 4.5 hours applies. Results are published within 24 hours. Travel notes mention nearby train stations (Berwick and Seaford), local parking and a pay-and-display car park within a short walk of the venue. Participants are asked to carry a mobile phone and consider layers and a lightweight running jacket. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.