Birling Gap
Trail Running Calendar near Birling Gap 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Birling Gap for 2026-2027! We've gathered 58 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A military inspired obstacle mud run at Hever Castle on 10 October 2026 offering 3K, 6K and 12K courses, junior options, and an event village with spectator attractions.
Forest trail races at Bedgebury National Pinetum in October offering a half marathon, a 10K and a junior race with route maps, photos and limited free parking.
A 10 km trail run through the private grounds of Hole Park, a historic estate near Cranbrook, Kent, on 18 October 2026. Entry is priced at £25 and the event includes timed results, finisher medals and official race photography.
An approximately 8 km trail loop around Herstmonceux with over 70% trail, marked and marshalled, limited to 60 runners and featuring post-race tea and cake.
Beachy Head Marathon Weekend runs multiple trail distances from a 10k to an ultra near Bede's Prep School in BN20 7XL on 24/10/2026. Runners comment on clear signage, friendly marshals, stocked aid stations and hilly coastal terrain.
November 2026
A 27 mile night-time group training run at Devil's Dyke with about 1,000 m ascent, guided route, head torches required and minimum age 16.
A 14 mile trail race on 22 November 2026 that starts with a climb and follows muddy and chalky descents, with water provision en route and tea, coffee and cake at the finish. Route files and a trail narrative are available to download.
Trail races from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs with three distances, ridge climbs and views over countryside and the sea.
December 2026
Three single-loop ultra races of 50k, 55 miles and 100 miles start and finish in Eastbourne, crossing the Seven Sisters and running toward Plumpton. Courses use grass trails, farm tracks and woodland paths on the South Downs.
A self-navigated festive night trail of about 5 miles through Friston Forest and downland, with medals, a bar perk and a fancy dress dessert prize.
January 2027
An annual New Year five mile cross country in Penshurst village over rolling hills and woodland trails. Open to ages 10 and above with entry fees supporting Hospice in the Weald and awards across junior, local and canicross categories.
Running at Bewl Water on 10 January 2027 with 10k, 5k and a junior run on multi terrain routes beside the reservoir; maps and GPX files are provided.
A last-person-standing backyard ultra near Alfriston featuring repeated 4.2 mile loops on mixed trail and farm tracks, token checks, basic aid station and sustainability measures.
A 10‑mile and 5‑mile trail challenge at Pippingford Park with 1568 ft of climbing, hard packed forest trails, wide views and bespoke medals.
February 2027
Trail races of 10 Mile, 5 Mile and a junior run take place in Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest on 7 February 2027. The undulating multi terrain courses can be muddy after wet weather and include a bespoke medal and free photos.
March 2027
Coastal trail event in Eastbourne on 6 March 2027 offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra routes across chalk cliffs and rolling downland.
April 2027
Three trail routes at Stanmer Park on 3 April 2027 across the South Downs Way, with varied terrain, marked aid outposts and timed results.