Running around Lewes 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 Lewes—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: September 27, 2025

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1. 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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2. Offham loop from Lewes along the Ouse — South Downs National Park

8.64km

01:00

130m

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

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3. South Downs Downhill Path – Church of St Peter, Southease loop from Lewes

33.4km

03:49

620m

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

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4. Mount Harry Beacon – Battle of Lewes Walking Trail loop from Wallands Park

10.1km

01:13

180m

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

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5. Seaford Parkrun loop from Mount Pleasant

6.72km

00:41

10m

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

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6. St Peter's Church, Hamsey – Mount Harry Beacon loop from Offham

8.06km

01:02

180m

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

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7. Ditchling Beacon – View of Devil's Dyke loop from Plumpton

26.0km

02:57

660m

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

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8. Seaford Parkrun loop from Exceat

17.0km

01:47

70m

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

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9. Swanborough Fishing Lake loop from Lewes

11.2km

01:09

50m

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

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10. Mount Harry Beacon loop from Westmeston

10.2km

01:05

120m

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

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The best running trails around Lewes

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

2. Offham loop from Lewes along the Ouse — South Downs National Park

3. South Downs Downhill Path – Church of St Peter, Southease loop from Lewes

4. Mount Harry Beacon – Battle of Lewes Walking Trail loop from Wallands Park

5. Seaford Parkrun loop from Mount Pleasant

6. St Peter's Church, Hamsey – Mount Harry Beacon loop from Offham

7. Ditchling Beacon – View of Devil's Dyke loop from Plumpton

8. Seaford Parkrun loop from Exceat

9. Swanborough Fishing Lake loop from Lewes

10. Mount Harry Beacon loop from Westmeston

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