NEW FOR 2027
We are delighted to announce the launch of TRAIL ESCAPE : SOUTH DOWNS
Register your interest for updates on the route, event date and entries opening.
About Trail Escape: South Downs
STUNNING TRAILS
This event will offer a supported 25km run and hike, that will start in the historic town of Lewes, close to public transport.
The route will follow a traffic-free ‘green corridor’ to pick up well established and maintained trails up into the iconic South Downs, utilising the South Downs Way.
There will be stunning views across these famous costal landscapes.
ROUTE INFORMATION
This out and back route will pass through beautiful countryside and will be challenging in places with some considerable climbs.
The provisional 25km route is being finalised and will be available soon.
CITY FINISH
The start and finish venue will have fantastic connections to public transport with Lewes station being walkable.
Parking will be available close by.
Head out on traffic-free routes to explore the vast expanse of rolling hills and woodland, and enjoy incredible views.
This is a rare opportunity to take part in a trail event that offers nearby convenience! Book a place to stay in Lewes, Brighton & Hove or surrounding towns, enjoy the trails and celebrate with friends & family.
RUN OR HIKE
Choose to run or hike / walk.
The route will suit all levels of runners and experienced walkers.
If you sign up to run, don’t worry if you need to walk some of the way - that’s encouraged so you can properly take in the beauty of where you are running! The terrain may be challenging in places, but we assure you that slowing down to take in everything that is Trail Escape is more than acceptable.
Marshals, signage & spectators
FULLY SUPPORTED ROUTE
All of the events will be fully supported with way-finding and marshals just like a traditional road event.
There will be Aid Stations in place with fuel, food, hydration & toilets to help you along the way.
Friends and family can support participants at the start and see finishers cross the finish line and celebrate together!
TIMING, MEDALS & T SHIRTS
This will be a timed event but not necessarily a race.
Your goal is to enjoy running or walking on these incredible trails. Stopping to enjoy the views is strongly encouraged.
Forget the pressure of chasing PBs or worrying about split times. Trail Escape is about enjoying the environment we are taking you through on your way to getting that medal for finishing a Trail Escape.
All participants can pick up a finisher T shirt at the finish (optional).
RACE PACK COLLECTION
YOU MUST COLLECT YOUR BIB NUMBER.
WE WILL NOT BE POSTING ANY RACE PACKS.
Collect on:
The afternoon before the event in 2027, 4pm - 7pm from the Info Tent where the event will start
OR
Event morning 2027 - Info Tent at the start - from 7am
Numbers will be allocated upon collection. Someone else can collect on your behalf but they will need your booking reference number.