Event Details

The local trail race you won't want to miss! A truly breathtaking race that enchants and delights at every twist and turn. The Rye Ancient Trails returns for 2025!

Event Overview:
The best local trail race you'll ever enter!
Our course experts have crafted a racing gem, just for you; the stunning course weaves through ancient trails across High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in East Sussex, linking the Norman churches of Rye, Iden, Beckley, Northiam and Peasmarsh. This spectacular event has grown steadily in popularity with runners taking to the trail to explore historic woodland, trails, quiet country lanes.

This is a race with community spirit at it's heart. There is wonderful local support for our runners to enjoy from the friendly marshals who cheer them on and help guide them through the course, to the girl guides that serve them tea and cake at the finish. As the race has grown, so has their support and we are immeasurably grateful to everyone in this wonderful community that helps to make Rye Ancient Trails such a spellbinding event! If you haven't raced it before, then prepare yourself for unparalleled racing delight. 

If you don't fancy the 30k option, then the 15k distance is just as delectable and takes you on the same route, turning at Peasmarsh. It attracts runners of all abilities, from experienced athletes and those new to running. 

Course Details:
The route starts and finishes in the medieval town of Rye. The undulating multi-terrain route includes 1,500ft of climb, with numerous gates and stiles to be negotiated, but the stunning scenery will keep you going to the finish. 

Prizes:
Bespoke medal for all finishers.
Trophy with e-certificate & £5 voucher prize for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male & female winners (both distances)
E-certificate and £5 voucher prize for 1st male & female age group categories (both distances)
E-certificate and £5 voucher prize for 1st male junior & female junior (15k only)