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The best running trails in East Sussex

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Running in East Sussex is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in East Sussex—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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1. Bewel Water loop — High Weald

24.7km

02:52

230m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Beachy Head Marathon — South Downs National Park

41.7km

04:59

950m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. Beachy Head Ultra 50km — South Downs National Park

50.5km

06:02

1,130m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4. Beachy Head Half Marathon — South Downs National Park

21.0km

02:27

350m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Beachy Head 10k — South Downs National Park

9.61km

01:12

250m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Jevington, Severn Sisiters Country Park & Birling Gap loop from Beachy Head — South Downs National Park

23.5km

02:49

440m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Birling Gap to Beachy Head loop via Friston — South Downs National Park

13.1km

01:34

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Church of St. Peter Southease loop from Lewes — South Downs National Park

18.5km

02:04

230m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Seven Sisters loop from Crowlink — South Downs National Park

12.3km

01:30

270m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Weir Wood Reservoir and Brambletye House loop — High Weald

13.9km

01:35

140m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in East Sussex

1. Bewel Water loop — High Weald

2. Beachy Head Marathon — South Downs National Park

3. Beachy Head Ultra 50km — South Downs National Park

4. Beachy Head Half Marathon — South Downs National Park

5. Beachy Head 10k — South Downs National Park

6. Jevington, Severn Sisiters Country Park & Birling Gap loop from Beachy Head — South Downs National Park

7. Birling Gap to Beachy Head loop via Friston — South Downs National Park

8. Church of St. Peter Southease loop from Lewes — South Downs National Park

9. Seven Sisters loop from Crowlink — South Downs National Park

10. Weir Wood Reservoir and Brambletye House loop — High Weald

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