Three Forts Challenge

Worthing, United Kingdom • 2 May 2027

Three Forts Challenge

The Three Forts Challenge is scheduled for Sunday 2nd May 2027 at Lancing Manor Leisure Centre in Lancing, West Sussex. The event offers three race options and runs on local trail terrain.

Participants can choose from these distances:

  • Marathon 2027
  • Half Marathon 2027
  • 5 Mile Trail Run 2027

Listed entry offers show fees from £20 to £49. The venue address is Lancing Manor Leisure Centre, Manor Road, Lancing, BN15 0PH.

Travel notes provided for the event include driving access via the A27 at Lancing Manor roundabout, regular buses that stop in a layby on the A27, and Lancing Train Station as the nearest rail link. Buses run from the station to the leisure centre or the walk is about 25 minutes. Parking at the leisure centre is limited and green travel is encouraged.

Reports from past participants describe routes that use South Downs trails with steep hills and sections of narrow or uneven ground, including chalk, flint and gravel underfoot. Runners note regular aid stations, volunteer marshals and on course refreshments at some stations. Other commonly mentioned points are signage at junctions and parking availability. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
5 mi
5 Mile Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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