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.
July 2027
A family friendly weekend trail running festival at Mill Farm with ultramarathon, marathon, shorter runs, camping, yoga and live music.
A muddy 5k obstacle course around Tilgate Lake with woodland paths, staggered wave starts, on-site facilities and a stated minimum fundraising target.
A multi-format running festival at Blackland Farm on 24–25 July 2027 offering 24 hour and 12 hour solos, team relays, P24/P12 challenges, camping options, and finisher medals.
August 2027
The River Run at Lancing College offers a Half Marathon and a new 8 Mile on mixed riverside trails and countryside, and closes the 2027 South Coast Series.
A scenic off road half marathon on 22 August 2027 at Henfield Leisure Centre, featuring riverbank and disused railway sections, on-site facilities, and medals for all finishers.
September 2027
Event with multiple distances along the South Downs Way from Eastbourne to Arundel, offering full support, rest stops, GPS tracking and camping on 4 to 5 Sept 2027.
Trail half, 10K and a free 2 km kids run at Denbies Vineyard with wine stations, live music and a post-race party.
A weekend of obstacle races at Pippingford Park on 25 and 26 September 2027 featuring Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Trifecta racing and kids races.
A single loop 100 mile trail race through the South Downs National Park from Plumpton Racecourse with over 12,000 ft elevation, 12 aid stations and a 34 hour cutoff.
October 2027
A half marathon from central Chichester into the South Downs with a 12k option, an Inclusive Mile and a weighty finisher medal.
A multi-distance trail running weekend at Beachy Head with marathon, half, 10k and ultra options, scenic coastal views and widely praised marshals and aid stations.
A 5 mile night trail in Litlington with Halloween fancy dress, GPX navigation and a tail runner, featuring a themed finisher medal and a post run dessert prize.