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Name: Winter On The Downs 55 Miles
Start: 2025-12-05
End: 2025-12-05
Location: Eastbourne

Eastbourne, United Kingdom • 5 Dec 2025

Winter on the Downs is an ultra-running event featuring two single-loop races of 55 miles and 100 miles, set in the scenic trails of East and West Sussex. Starting and finishing in Eastbourne, participants will traverse iconic landscapes, including Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters. The 55-mile route includes 7,700 feet of elevation, while the 100-mile course features 14,000 feet. The terrain consists of grass trails, farm tracks, and woodland paths, offering a mix of runnable sections and challenging climbs. This event is part of the South Downs Triple Crown challenge, encouraging runners to complete three ultra-distance races within a year. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Eastbourne

Race information

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UTMB 50K UTMB 100K UTMB 100M

100 mi

14000 m+

100 Miles

55 mi

7700 m+

55 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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