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The best running trails around Mid Sussex

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Running around Mid 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 around Mid 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: December 6, 2025

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1. Ardingly Reservoir and Ouse Valley Viaduct loop from Balcombe — High Weald

12.2km

01:22

130m

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

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2. Thundersbarrow Hill loop from Devils Dyke — South Downs National Park

14.9km

01:42

280m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. Jack and Jill Windmills and Ditchling Beacon loop from Hassocks — South Downs National Park

16.3km

01:48

330m

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

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170

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4. Ditchling Beacon – Stanmer Village loop from Clayton

22.7km

02:29

360m

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

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5. Ditchling Beacon – Stanmer Park loop from Clayton

22.0km

02:36

440m

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

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160

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6. Crawley Down Pond loop from East Grinstead

8.94km

00:58

60m

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

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7. Crawley Down Pond loop from Felbridge

14.5km

01:33

100m

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

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Moderate

102

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8. Forest Row Village – Forest Way Country Park loop from Sunnyside

13.1km

01:23

110m

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

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9. View of Devil's Dyke loop from Fulking

11.8km

01:17

250m

240m

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

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10. Jack and Jill Windmills – Ditchling Beacon loop from Clayton

9.98km

01:07

210m

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

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The best running trails around Mid Sussex

1. Ardingly Reservoir and Ouse Valley Viaduct loop from Balcombe — High Weald

2. Thundersbarrow Hill loop from Devils Dyke — South Downs National Park

3. Jack and Jill Windmills and Ditchling Beacon loop from Hassocks — South Downs National Park

4. Ditchling Beacon – Stanmer Village loop from Clayton

5. Ditchling Beacon – Stanmer Park loop from Clayton

6. Crawley Down Pond loop from East Grinstead

7. Crawley Down Pond loop from Felbridge

8. Forest Row Village – Forest Way Country Park loop from Sunnyside

9. View of Devil's Dyke loop from Fulking

10. Jack and Jill Windmills – Ditchling Beacon loop from Clayton

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