Sussex Downs Trail Run
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Sussex Downs Trail Run
The Sussex Downs Trail Run takes place in the South Downs National Park, starting from Plumpton Racecourse at the foot of the South Downs. The venue is reachable from Brighton, Haywards Heath, Lewes, Burgess Hill and the A27 and A23.
Distances available:
- 21.3k Half Marathon, 382 m elevation gain
- 15.5k Trail Run, 272 m elevation gain
- 10.8k Trail Run, 200 m elevation gain
Each route begins with a generally flattish, tree-lined 3.5 km section before a sustained climb up to the South Downs Way. From the ridge runners pass trails that offer views over the Sussex countryside, the Seven Sisters Country Park and distant sea vistas, then loop toward Brighton and return to the South Downs Way. The course descends from the hilltop and concludes with a relatively flat final 3 km to the finish.
Entries include chip timing, a finishers medal, a refreshing drink and finisher goodies, personalised certificate, on-course refreshments, first aid cover and marshals. Course navigation is managed with pink arrows and pink tape; hazards and road junctions are marked with caution signs. Bib numbers are issued at registration on event day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
