SOUTH DOWNS TRAIL RUN

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  • Date Sat 7th November 2026
  • Location Chichester, West Sussex
  • Price £32.50 - £42.50
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the South Downs Trail Run, proudly organized by UK Running Events! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 7th, 2026, as this exhilarating event kicks off from the stunning Goodwood in Chichester, West Sussex. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the South Downs National Park, participants will be treated to spectacular views that stretch across the South Downs, Chichester Harbour, and even the Isle of Wight.

This ultimate trail run offers three diverse distances to suit all levels of runners, ensuring everyone can join in on the fun. The well-crafted off-road route meanders through picturesque forest tracks and iconic bridleways, culminating in a rewarding downhill stretch back towards East Dean before the final push to the finish line at Goodwood. Runners will receive a high-quality medal, a unique finisher's gift, and a refreshing drink to celebrate their achievement. Don’t forget to stop by the RunRebel Merch tent for some fantastic gear to commemorate your experience. Join us for a day filled with nature, camaraderie, and the joy of running!

SOUTH DOWNS TRAIL RUN

Sat 7th November 2026

A woman in a blue running outfit smiles and raises her hands while running on a forest trail with other participants. The "South Downs Trail Run" logo and the location "West Sussex" are displayed at the bottom. A group of runners crosses the finish line at an outdoor race event, with banners and flags marking the finish area. Spectators stand along the side, and athletes look tired but accomplished. A wide view of a racecourse with people gathered near a finish line, red banners and tents, grandstands on the left, and an empty grassy track stretching into the distance under a clear sky. Aerial view of an autumn forest with trees in shades of orange and yellow, a grassy clearing, and several neatly stacked piles of logs. People are walking along a path near the clearing. Rolling hills appear in the background. Several people run along a leaf-covered trail through a forest with autumn foliage, wearing athletic clothing and backpacks, under a cloudy sky. A group of people runs in a line across a vast, green hillside under a cloudy sky, surrounded by rolling fields and distant trees in a rural landscape. Aerial view of a green racetrack or training field bordered by autumnal trees, with a group of people or horses moving along the track at sunrise or sunset. A long shadow is cast, and a small barn-like building is visible. Aerial view of a green field surrounded by autumn trees, with rolling hills and a small village in the background under a cloudy sky. Two women in orange vests cheer and clap by a race finish line, with other people and red event flags in the background on a sunny day. A close-up of colorful medals labeled "Finisher South Downs Trail" hanging on a metal rail, with warm sunlight and a blurred background. A smiling man in running gear makes peace signs with both hands while running on a country road with other runners behind him during a race. The weather is overcast and the background shows grassy fields.

Organiser's Description

We are delighted to announce The South Downs Trail Run starting from Glorious Goodwood.

This ultimate trail run takes place in the South Downs National Park taking in spectacular views across the South Downs, and distant views of the North Downs, Chichester Harbour and the Isle of Wight.

The quiet scenic routes and stunning natural surroundings will overload your senses, making it one of the South’s must-do trail runs.

This well crafted off-road route will guide you from Goodwood along forest tracks, skirting Levin Down.

The middle section of the route takes you along the iconic South Downs Way before the rewarding downhill run back toward East Dean.

From here there is one final push up the hill to the finish at Goodwood.

The trails include a mixture of forest fire roads, bridleways and single track tree-lined trails, to keep you motivated and interested throughout.

With three route distances to choose from, there is a distance to cater for all abilities.

At the finish line you will receive a well-deserved high-quality metal medal, finisher’s gift and refreshing drink!

Also, why not treat yourself to something from our RunRebel Merch tent after your memorable run. We have plenty of products to choose from.

Races

  • 21K: Runner Entry

    £42.50

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  • 21K: Canicross Entry

    £42.50

    Booking for more than 1?
  • 16K: Runner Entry

    £37.50

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  • 16K: Canicross Entry

    £35.00

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  • 12K: Runner Entry

    £32.50

    Booking for more than 1?
  • 12K: Canicross Entry

    £32.50

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5.0

1 review

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Fiona

·7 months ago

Great event, which was very well organised from start to finish. The marshal were great - thank you! I ran a Canicross event and totally respect and appreciate the need to manage our dogs to negate tripping up other runners but we all need to play our part. I did this and called out to runners in front to let them know I was passing but so many were oblivious/unable to hear me because they were wearing headphones or had earbuds in. We all need to play our part and some runners had no awareness of what was happening around them because of headphones etc. I am wondering if it might be an idea to ban headphones etc in the interests of health and safety. That aside, an amazing event and my dog had the time of his life!

Location

Goodwood Racecourse, Selhurstpark Rd, Chichester PO18 0PS, UK

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