Chichester Harbour Trail Run

FEB

28

2026

Explore coastal trails around Chichester Harbour AONB with scenic 21 km and 16 km options that skim the foreshore and South Downs. Dog friendly and low elevation, ideal for runners and canicross pairs.

Sat 28 Feb 2026

Emsworth, South East (England)

Registration

Half Marathon 16 kilometers

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Event overview

Chichester Harbour Trail Run takes place on Saturday 28 February 2026 in Chidham / Southbourne, PO10 8BN. The event is organised by UK Running Events and is held around the Chidham Peninsula and along Chichester Harbour, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The route is described to include quiet trails, coastal paths and a short foreshore crossing at low tide. The course offers views towards Bosham Hoe, Itchenor, East Head and the South Downs.

Distances, course and services

21.3 km
16.1 km

Both distances are offered for standard running and there are separate canicross and hiking options for each distance. Elevation gain is low: +65 m for the 21.3 km route and +50 m for the 16.1 km route. GPX files are provided for both routes. Course signage uses pink arrows and pink tape; hazards and road junctions are marked with caution signs.

The event includes chip timing, water stations, first aid on course, bib numbers, a finisher medal, finisher goodies and a personalised certificate. The event is dog friendly with a one-dog-per-runner rule; organisers request that runners bring poo bags, water, treats and an appropriate lead. Prices listed for entry are £42.50 for the 21.3 km and £37.50 for the 16.1 km. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon

16 km