Brighton
Trail Running Calendar near Brighton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brighton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 105 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
March 2027
April 2027
Two-day running festival in Brighton and Hove with a marathon, a 10K and the Brighton Miles, expecting up to 20,000 participants in 2027.
A single loop 50 km trail ultra around the South Downs from Arundel with 3,200 ft elevation, four aid stations, full waymarking and 2 ITRA points.
Trail races at Stanmer Park with 5 km, 13 km and 21 km options across the South Downs Way, marked course, outposts and a finishers medal.
A 42 km trail to road marathon from Stanmer Park across the South Downs, including Ditchling Beacon and a final 6 km merge into the Brighton Marathon finish on Hove Lawns.
A single entry package for four Centurion Running 50 mile races across 2027 from April to November, with published fees and an optional XCover refund option.
Trail races at Cowdray Estate include 3 km kids, 5 km, 10 km and 10 mile options plus dog friendly canicross and a scored 10 km series.
A trail weekend at Cowdray Estate, West Sussex offering five distances from 12 km to 110 km, low technical difficulty, an event village with expo, and optional camping and race support.
A scenic, undulating trail half marathon around Seaford that mixes seafront and South Downs, with water stations, finish snacks and proceeds shared with local charities.
Timed laps at Tilgate Park on 24 April 2027 offering distances from 5 km to ultra with medal and no medal entry options.
May 2027
A combined Centurion entry covering four 100 mile events on the Thames Path, South Downs Way, North Downs Way and Autumn 100 between May and October 2027.
Three towns host races across a Bank Holiday weekend in 2027, with combined results forming the Mid Sussex Marathon. Distances include 10 mile, 10k, a chip timed mile and a family fun run, plus virtual and combo marathon options.
Trail event on 2 May 2027 at Lancing Manor Leisure Centre offering marathon, half marathon and a 5 mile trail across the scenic South Downs.
Guided trail run at Box Hill covering 12.5 miles with about 1000 m of ascent across woodland and technical climbs, led at a steady group pace by an experienced guide.
Timed endurance event at Stanmer Park where runners complete 4.167 miles every hour and continue until only one runner remains.
Trail races through Rathfinny Wine Estate with single 10.7 km and double 21.4 km loops, marked off-road terrain and chip timing. The carbon neutral event supports the WOLO Foundation and provides aid stations, recycled medals and parking arrangements..