Brighton
Trail Running Calendar near Brighton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brighton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 99 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
April 2027
May 2027
Combined entry for four Centurion 100 Mile races in 2027, covering Thames Path, South Downs Way, North Downs Way and Autumn 100 from May to October.
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.
Three Forts Challenge is a Sussex trail running event across the South Downs from Lancing Manor Leisure Centre. It offers a full marathon, half marathon and a 5 mile run, and directs event profits to Ferring Country Centre and local charities.
A guided 12.5 mile trail run around Box Hill that gains about 1000 metres of elevation across woodland, heathland and open fields. Group pace with technical climbs and scrambling and a chance of an alcohol free beer at the finish.
Brighton Backyard Ultra at Stanmer Park is an hourly 4.167 mile loop repeated until one runner remains, with entries including a medal, winner trophy, rest pitch, water and snacks.
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..
Trail running on a fully marked 10K loop at Wiston Estate, with distance options from 10K to 100K solo or team and regular aid stations.
A 7 km cross-country fun run at Trenchmore Farm on 22 May 2027 with music, burgers and a free drink for each runner.
A point to point 50 km trail race from Falmer to Eastbourne along the South Downs Way, with over 3,500 ft of climb, four aid stations and GPS tracking.
A 13.5 mile loop from Eastbourne across the South Downs to Friston Forest, the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head, with about 2,000 feet of ascent and basic race support.
June 2027
Community 3k and 5k runs at Dunorlan Park on mainly grass and woodland terrain with some inclines and limited general parking.
A trail half marathon from Chiddingly, Sussex along the Wealdway and Vanguard Way with two checkpoints, chip timing, a five hour limit and a choice to donate instead of a medal.
A multi-distance trail ultramarathon from West Dean Gardens on 19 June 2027, offering 30–100 km routes on the South Downs with on-course support and chip timing.
A 100 mile ultra on a flat one mile trail loop at Denbies Wine Estate offering 12 hour and 24 hour options plus 50, 75 and shorter races.
A 24 hour attended challenge at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking where runners complete 1 mile on the hour for 24 consecutive hours; onsite tent camping, daytime cafe service and a simultaneous virtual option are provided.