The Maverick X Series South Downs

Horndean, United Kingdom • 28 Jun 2025

The Maverick X Series South Downs 2025 is an ultra running event held at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, straddling the Hampshire and Sussex border. Scheduled for June 28, 2025, it offers four routes catering to all levels: Ultra (51 km, +1294 m elevation), Long (42 km), Middle (21.5 km), and Short (9 km). The course features rolling chalky downs, woodlands, farm trails, and ridgeways, including a scenic 15 km stretch on the South Downs Way. The Ultra route passes through Harting Downs and West Dean Woods. The event emphasizes a fun, supportive atmosphere with an event village for families and supporters, fully marked courses, outposts with refreshments, and a commitment to plastic-free practices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K
51 km
1294 m+
Ultra: 51 Km
42 km
1118 m+
Long: 42 Km
21 km
479 m+
Middle: 21.5 Km
9 km
205 m+
Short: 9 Km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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