Endurancelife | Sussex
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About the race
The Sussex Coastal Trail Run in Eastbourne includes four trail distances that follow the coastline around the Seven Sisters and offer views of the English Channel. The event base is at Helen Gardens in Eastbourne, with routes that run along the eastern section of the South Downs National Park and the chalk cliffs where land meets sea.
The terrain is described as strenuous with chalk downland and sections of forest. Runners should expect varied rolling hills and notable cumulative ascent on each course.
Distances and basic course statistics:
- 10K, 6.4 miles, 1276 ft ascent
- Half Marathon, 13.1 miles, 2185 ft ascent
- Marathon, 26.2 miles, 4196 ft ascent
- Ultra, 32.5 miles, 5266 ft ascent
The event is scheduled for 6 March 2027. It is part of the Endurancelife 2026–27 trail running season and contributes points to the Season Leaderboard for participants who complete any distance. Registered participants will be asked to check in online roughly two weeks before the event, confirm personal details including an ICE contact, and watch a mandatory event safety video.
East Dean village is noted as a nearby spectator and accommodation area about 10 minutes from the base, with options such as lodges, cottages and B&Bs for short stays. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
