Litlington
Trail Running Calendar near Litlington 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Litlington for 2026-2027! We've gathered 72 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
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.
A 14 mile trail race on 22 November 2026 that starts with a climb and follows muddy and chalky descents, with water provision en route and tea, coffee and cake at the finish. Route files and a trail narrative are available to download.
Trail race from Plumpton Racecourse through the South Downs with three route choices, notable climbs, coastal views and chip timing.
Lap-based timed running on the Downslink at Southwater with distances from 5 km to ultra, flexible start times and a seven hour limit; all participants receive a finisher medal.
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.
Timed lap event at Tilgate Park, Crawley with 5 km laps and distances from 5 km to ultra, a 7 hour limit, and a finisher medal for all participants.
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.
Phoenix Running West Sussex stages a timed Jingle Bell Bauble Run on the Downslink at Southwater with 5 km laps, flexible starts and a 7 hour time limit.
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.