The Maverick South Downs Trail 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at The Maverick South Downs Trail 2026, hosted by Maverick Race on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026! Set in the stunning Queen Elizabeth Country Park in Horndean, Hampshire, this event promises to be a thrilling adventure for runners of all abilities. Participants can choose from five exciting race distances, making it the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to conquer their first ultra or simply enjoy a fun day out on the trails. As you lace up your running shoes, prepare to embrace the breathtaking scenery of the South Downs. The routes, which include a challenging Marathon and an exhilarating Ultra, will take you along the renowned South Downs Way, featuring undulating chalky trails and picturesque woodland paths. The Ultra runners will traverse the beautiful Harting Downs and West Dean Woods, while all routes include short sharp climbs that will get your heart racing. Bring your family, friends, and cheer squad to support you and enjoy the vibrant Maverick event village. Mark your calendars for this exhilarating day of trail running – you won’t want to miss it!

The Maverick South Downs Trail 2026 SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER 2026 QUEEN ELIZABETH COUNTRY PARK We head to the South Downs for another fun-packed Trail Run with five race distances on offer. Whilst the routes are aimed at all levels of runners, the emphasis is on taking you Mavericks to your first / funnest Ultra. With all five routes starting at Queen Elizabeth Country Park , you’ll be running straight out into this wooden wonderland. The route picks up the infamous South Downs Way, with runners on the Marathon & Ultra route enjoying a 15km stretch on undulating chalky trails. All four routes pack a punch with some short sharp climbs that get the legs and lungs burning. The Ultra route will take you through Harting Downs and West Dean Woods. Please note, there is no outpost on the Short route. This is a beautiful route that crisscrosses the Hampshire & Sussex border with woodlands, farm trails and ridgeways to run along. If you haven’t run your first ultra yet... then join us for this one. You won’t regret it. Bring the families, support crews and cheer squad and relax and enjoy the Maverick event village. We look forward to seeing you all in October!