Brighton
Trail Running Calendar near Brighton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brighton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 87 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Community event at Worthing Rugby Football Club with a mixed-terrain five mile route and a shorter junior loop around the club pitches.
Guided 15 miles trail run from Exceat along the Seven Sisters, South Downs Way and Cuckmere River to Cuckmere Haven, led by Trail Run Explorers.
A beach-based 10 km race on the low-tide sands of Worthing and Shoreham beaches, starting and finishing at the Coast Cafe on 13 August 2026.
Off road half marathon in Henfield on 16 August 2026 with riverside and disused railway sections, flint paths and stiles; facilities include changing rooms and free parking.
About 52 miles across the South Downs National Park, a circular challenge from Plumpton Agricultural College visiting Lewes, Glynde and Alfriston with about 7,000 feet of ascent.
Trail running from Lancing College across the South Downs with 5K, 10K, Marathon and 50K routes, marked courses, aid stations and chip timing.
A 7.5 km mostly off road trail loop around Ticehurst with marked and marshalled course, limited entries, prizes and tea and cake after the race.
A laps based timed run at Ardingly Reservoir offering multiple distances, chip timing, an aid station and a donut shaped finisher's medal.
An obstacle mud run on a permanent assault course near Dorking, Surrey, offering 5 km and 10 km options, multiple laps, and entries for solo runners, teams and charities. The course includes mud, water, walls and climbing obstacles.
September 2026
A multi-distance trek and trail event along the South Downs Way from Eastbourne to Arundel with scenic sections including Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters. Distances of 100 km, 50 km and 25 km are supported with rest stops, medical teams, camping an..
A guided loop trail run around Lewes of about 18 miles with over 2600 ft of ascent, passing Mount Caburn, Firle Beacon and Kingston Ridge.
A wine-themed running event at Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking offering a half marathon and 10 km through vineyards with wine stops, food and live entertainment.
On 13 September 2026 the Alf Shrubb Memorial returns to Slinfold with chip timed 10k and 5k trail races plus children’s races. The event finishes at Slinfold Cricket Club, supports local causes and awards a replica Alf Shrubb medal to finishers.
A community trail event on 19 September 2026 in Chiddingfold offering 1 km, 5 km and 10 km races, chip timing and medals for the longer distances. The event includes on site music, a bar and barbecue and supports local charities.
A 12 km team navigation endurance challenge along the Seven Sisters and South Downs Way with load bearing and non load bearing categories.
Two-day Spartan weekend at Pippingford Park near Nutley, East Sussex, with sprint, super, beast, ultra and kids races plus the British OCR Ultra Championship.
Ten mile off road trail at Eridge Park with steep climbs, muddy single track, GPX route maps, a finisher memento and cake and a pint at the finish.
A 5 km handicap trail run around Firle on 27 September 2026 with a fully marked course, prizes, and tea and cake at the village hall; entry is limited to 50 runners.
A timed lap based run at Buchan Country Park in Crawley on 27 September 2026 with distances from 5 km up to ultra and flexible start options. Entry choices include a medal or a lower cost no medal option.