Running around Poynings 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 Poynings—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.

Thundersbarrow Hill loop from Devils Dyke — South Downs National Park	Intermediate 01:42 14.9km
View of Devil's Dyke – Ditchling Beacon loop from Fulking	Expert 03:29 30.0km
View of Devil's Dyke loop from Poynings	Intermediate 01:04 9.62km
View of Devil's Dyke – View of the South Downs Hills loop from Poynings	Expert 02:24 20.8km

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Thundersbarrow Hill loop from Devils Dyke — South Downs National Park
01:42
14.9km
6:50/km
280m
280m
Intermediate
28
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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View of Devil's Dyke – Ditchling Beacon loop from Fulking
03:29
30.0km
6:57/km
680m
680m
Expert
5.0
(1)
48
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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View of Devil's Dyke loop from Poynings
01:04
9.62km
6:41/km
170m
170m
Intermediate
22
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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View of Devil's Dyke – View of the South Downs Hills loop from Poynings
02:24
20.8km
6:55/km
460m
460m
Expert
21
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.