East Dean
Trail Running Calendar near East Dean 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near East Dean for 2026-2027! We've gathered 66 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
A 7.5 km trail loop around Westfield with over 80% off road terrain, marked and marshalled course, prizes for first male and female, and post race tea and cake.
A flat 10 km head torch run on 29 December 2026 in Shoreham with chip timing, midway aid station, marshals and a new medal that can link with the lightlink medal.
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.
A 10.5 mile trail run at East Dean on January 3, 2027, followed by a lucky dip that assigns extra virtual mileage to complete by March 20.
New Year running event at Bewl Water on 10 January 2027 offering 10k, 5k and a junior run on undulating multi terrain with reservoir views.
A last person standing backyard ultra on a 4.2 mile loop near Alfriston, with token checks, aid station support and a focus on sustainable event practices.
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
March 2027
Trail routes from Eastbourne along the Seven Sisters cliffs offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances with chalk downland and coastal views.
April 2027
Two days of running in Brighton and Hove on 3–4 April 2027 with events from the mile to the marathon and up to 20,000 participants expected.
Trail races at Stanmer Park, Brighton on South Downs Way terrain with 5 km, 13 km and 21 km options, marked courses and fuel outposts.
A 42.2 km trail-to-road marathon from Stanmer Park across the South Downs, including Ditchling Beacon and a final 6 km into the Brighton Marathon finish on Hove Lawns.
Single entry covering four Centurion Running 50 mile races across 2027, from April to November, with a £480 entry fee and minimum age 20.
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
An entry package for four 100 mile Centurion Running races in 2027, spanning May through October across Thames Path, South Downs Way, North Downs Way and Autumn 100.
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.
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.