Falmer
Trail Running Calendar near Falmer 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Falmer for 2026-2027! We've gathered 100 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Community event at Worthing Rugby Football Club with a mixed-terrain five mile route and a shorter junior loop around the club pitches.
Looped trail event at Denbies Wine Estate offering laps of a 5.3 km course within a seven hour limit, with flexible start times and multiple distance options.
Guided 15 miles trail run from Exceat along the Seven Sisters, South Downs Way and Cuckmere River to Cuckmere Haven, led by Trail Run Explorers.
A beach-based 10 km race on the low-tide sands of Worthing and Shoreham beaches, starting and finishing at the Coast Cafe on 13 August 2026.
Off road half marathon in Henfield on 16 August 2026 with riverside and disused railway sections, flint paths and stiles; facilities include changing rooms and free parking.
About 52 miles across the South Downs National Park, a circular challenge from Plumpton Agricultural College visiting Lewes, Glynde and Alfriston with about 7,000 feet of ascent.
Free community trail run from Sandhurst to Bodiam Castle, about 10.25 km, with guided or independent GPX options and varied rural terrain.
Trail running from Lancing College across the South Downs with 5K, 10K, Marathon and 50K routes, marked courses, aid stations and chip timing.
A 7.5 km mostly off road trail loop around Ticehurst with marked and marshalled course, limited entries, prizes and tea and cake after the race.
A laps based timed run at Ardingly Reservoir offering multiple distances, chip timing, an aid station and a donut shaped finisher's medal.
An obstacle mud run on a permanent assault course near Dorking, Surrey, offering 5 km and 10 km options, multiple laps, and entries for solo runners, teams and charities. The course includes mud, water, walls and climbing obstacles.
A mixed trail and road out and back race from Woldingham School. The half is one 13.1 mile lap and the full is two laps, with notable climbs, varied scenery and on course aid stations and goody bags.
September 2026
A multi-distance trek and trail event along the South Downs Way from Eastbourne to Arundel with scenic sections including Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters. Distances of 100 km, 50 km and 25 km are supported with rest stops, medical teams, camping an..
A biannual trail race around Bewl Water in Kent offering 10 km, half marathon, marathon and 50 km ultra routes with extensive lakeside trail and lane sections.
Trail running in the Surrey Hills with 10k, 21k and 42k routes on chip timed, well marked courses, aid stations and finisher medals. Starts and finishes at Shere Recreation Ground with free parking and an event village.
A guided loop trail run around Lewes of about 18 miles with over 2600 ft of ascent, passing Mount Caburn, Firle Beacon and Kingston Ridge.
A wine-themed running event at Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking offering a half marathon and 10 km through vineyards with wine stops, food and live entertainment.
On 13 September 2026 the Alf Shrubb Memorial returns to Slinfold with chip timed 10k and 5k trail races plus children’s races. The event finishes at Slinfold Cricket Club, supports local causes and awards a replica Alf Shrubb medal to finishers.
A community trail event on 19 September 2026 in Chiddingfold offering 1 km, 5 km and 10 km races, chip timing and medals for the longer distances. The event includes on site music, a bar and barbecue and supports local charities.