Serpent Trail
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Event overview
The Serpent Trail is a trail running event held on 4 July 2026 at Petersfield Rugby Club, Hampshire (GU31 4EP). Routes run through the South Downs National Park and include lowland heath, ancient woodland, greensand hills, river meanders and open countryside. Entries open 10 October 2025 and close 27 June 2026, with some distances closing earlier. The minimum age is 16 or older. Coach transport to race starts is included with entries. Camping is available on Friday and Saturday nights. A kids race is held on Friday evening. Food and a licensed bar are available at the event venue. Walkers are welcome.
Distances and race details
- 100 km - 1785 m total ascent, 9 checkpoints, 18 hour time limit; course is fully signed and planned for lightweight running.
- 75 km - 1200 m total ascent, 7 checkpoints; route through lowland heath, woodlands and villages.
- 50 km - 700 m total ascent, 5 checkpoints; starts near Petworth and finishes in Petersfield on sandy trails, paths and short road sections.
- 20 km - 2 checkpoints; woodland, open heath and river sections.
- 10 km - 6 mile route, water station; mix of country roads, heathland paths, woodland tracks and cornfields.
Entry fees: 100 km £150, 75 km £120, 50 km £90, 20 km £46, 10 km £32. An instalment option is available (50% on entry, second 50% payable by 01/02/2026). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
