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.
September 2026
A 12 km team navigation endurance challenge along the Seven Sisters and South Downs Way with load bearing and non load bearing categories.
Two-day Spartan weekend at Pippingford Park near Nutley, East Sussex, with sprint, super, beast, ultra and kids races plus the British OCR Ultra Championship.
Ten mile off road trail at Eridge Park with steep climbs, muddy single track, GPX route maps, a finisher memento and cake and a pint at the finish.
A 5 km handicap trail run around Firle on 27 September 2026 with a fully marked course, prizes, and tea and cake at the village hall; entry is limited to 50 runners.
A timed lap based run at Buchan Country Park in Crawley on 27 September 2026 with distances from 5 km up to ultra and flexible start options. Entry choices include a medal or a lower cost no medal option.
October 2026
A single-loop 100 mile trail from Plumpton Racecourse in the South Downs National Park, featuring over 12,000 ft of elevation, 12 aid stations, a 34 hour cutoff and free onsite camping. The race forms part of the South Downs Triple Crown.
A 50 km night loop in the South Downs from Plumpton Racecourse with reflective route marking, four aid stations, GPS tracking and a 12 hour time limit.
A community organised 10 km race at Imberhorne School featuring mixed terrain, marshals, chip timing and a sustainably sourced finisher medal supporting local charities.
Lap-based timed run at Tilgate Park, Crawley offering distances from 5 km to ultra with flexible start times and a seven hour limit on a compact off-road trail.
A military inspired obstacle mud run at Hever Castle on 10 October 2026 offering 3K, 6K and 12K courses, junior options, and an event village with spectator attractions.
The Titsey Trail 10k is a community running event held on Sunday, 11th October 2026. Organized by runners for runners, it raises funds for a variety of local charities.
Annual 25 km and 50 km routed challenge across Kent, Surrey and Sussex with checkpointed support, food included and GPX route files provided.
Forest trail races at Bedgebury National Pinetum in October offering a half marathon, a 10K and a junior race with route maps, photos and limited free parking.
Timed multi-lap running at Buchan Country Park in Crawley with lap based distances from 5 km up to ultra, flexible start times and a seven hour time limit. Medal and lower cost no medal entry options are offered.
An approximately 8 km trail loop around Herstmonceux with over 70% trail, marked and marshalled, limited to 60 runners and featuring post-race tea and cake.
Beachy Head Marathon Weekend runs multiple trail distances from a 10k to an ultra near Bede's Prep School in BN20 7XL on 24/10/2026. Runners comment on clear signage, friendly marshals, stocked aid stations and hilly coastal terrain.
November 2026
A 27 mile night-time group training run at Devil's Dyke with about 1,000 m ascent, guided route, head torches required and minimum age 16.
Celebrate Fireworks night with a flexible distance run along the flat Downslink trail in Southwater. Choose your distance on the day and run as many laps as you like over seven hours to earn a bespoke medal.