Eastbourne
Trail Running Calendar near Eastbourne 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Eastbourne for 2026-2027! We've gathered 61 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Trail race from Plumpton Racecourse through the South Downs with three route choices, notable climbs, coastal views and chip timing.
An approx 8.5 km loop trail around Northiam on 29 November 2026 with over 70% trail, a 60 person entry limit, prizes and post race tea and cake at the village hall.
December 2026
Three single loop winter trail races from Plumpton Racecourse across the South Downs with marked routes, aid stations, GPS tracking and variable winter weather.
A December 10 mile undulating race around Peacehaven with mostly off road sections, marked route, finishers' medal and festive prizes.
A self-navigated festive night trail of about 5 miles through Friston Forest and downland, with medals, a bar perk and a fancy dress dessert prize.
A roughly 4 mile trail run around Pett on 19 December 2026 with a marshalled, fully marked course, Christmas finisher medal, prizes and post-race tea and cake.
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.
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 races in Eastbourne on 6 March 2027 with 10K, half, marathon and ultra routes along the Seven Sisters cliffs and English Channel views.
April 2027
A two-day running festival in Brighton and Hove featuring the Brighton Miles, a 10K and the marathon, with up to 20,000 participants and a digital Participant Guide.
Trail races at Stanmer Park on 3 April 2027 with three distances across the South Downs Way, mixed terrain, outposts, timing and limited dog spaces.
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.
Four Centurion 50 mile races from 10 April to 13 November 2027 forming the 50 Mile Grand Slam, with entries open and a minimum age of 20.
May 2027
Four separate 100 mile races between May and October 2027 on the Thames Path, South Downs Way, North Downs Way and Autumn 100.