The Maverick East Sussex Trail

APR
11
2026
Trail races on the South Downs Way around Stanmer with 21 km, 14 km and 5 km options. Routes pass Ditchling Beacon and include chip timing, a finisher medal, GPX files and on-course support for the longer distances.
Sat 11 Apr 2026
Half Marathon 13 kilometers 5 kilometers

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The Maverick East Sussex Trail 2026

The Maverick East Sussex Trail is an outdoor trail running event in Stanmer, Brighton BN1, UK on Saturday 11 April 2026. Routes run on sections of the South Downs Way and include rolling hills and undulating trails that pass Ditchling Beacon, offering long-distance views toward London to the north and the coast to the south.

Distances available include:

  • 21 km Half Marathon
  • 14 km Middle
  • 5 km Short

Entry includes a metal finisher's medal, chip-timed results, way-marked routes, fully stocked outposts on the longer courses, official photography, a bag drop area, and a GPX file of the route. The short route has no aid stations; participants on that route must carry a reusable cup.

Falmer train station is about a ten minute walk to the event start and finish area. Parking at the venue is pay and display. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult. Transfers are permitted once per entry and must be completed by the Monday before the event, which is five days before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
13 km
Middle
5 km
Short