Portslade
Trail Running Calendar near Portslade 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Portslade for 2026-2027! We've gathered 130 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
A 5 mile night trail run in Friston Forest with a self navigated GPX route, festive fancy dress, finisher medal and a bar exchange for returned race numbers.
A dawn to dusk trail challenge at Box Hill where runners complete laps of a roughly 10 mile loop with about 2,400 ft ascent per lap; entries include insurance, medical cover and a finisher medal.
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.
Traditional 3.5 mile run from the Devils Punch Bowl Hotel across Hindhead commons via Gibbet Hill with chip timing and all profits to Holy Cross Hospital.
A night 10 km run along the Downslink from Shoreham to Bramber and back on a flat course, with a halfway aid station and mandatory headtorches.
January 2027
A 10.000 km trail race around Box Hill with steep climbs and scenic views, registration and parking at Denbies Vineyard. The event includes a kids fun run and a ladies race and uses a B Course around Denbies if Box Hill is unavailable.
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.
A guided 30 mile trail run from St Martha's Hill exploring the Surrey Hills and Box Hill with an experienced ultra runner and coach. Group pace, recommended 22 miles training, cost £55 and an alcohol free beer may be available.
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 13.1 km fell race on Box Hill with 575 m of climb, held from the Stepping Stones pub in West Humble; pre-entry required and team competitions included.
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
Guided 10 km trail run around the Devil's Punchbowl in Hindhead, Surrey, with hills, views and group navigation. Events take place at dusk or at night with headtorches and cost £22 per person.
Fully signed trail ultra on the North Downs Way and Norbury Park reserve, a fairly level 50k with 2986 ft ascent, four aid checkpoints and base at Denbies Wine Estate.
Group guided 10 km trail run across the boardwalk and heathland of Thursley National Nature Reserve with evening and night options, car parking and a post-run alcohol-free beer.
March 2027
Guided 10 km trail run around Silent Pool near Guildford, following parts of the North Downs Way and Netley Heath forest. Sessions run at dusk or at night with headtorches in a led group and a recommended pace of about 10 min per mile.
Trail routes from Eastbourne along the Seven Sisters cliffs offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra distances with chalk downland and coastal views.
Winter Nuts Challenge on 6 March 2027 at Henfold Lakes near Dorking is an obstacle mud run on a 5 km loop with options for one, two, four or unlimited laps.