The Cocking 10k Trail Race.
Join us for the 2025 Cocking 10k Trail Race: Sunday 11th May.
Let’s Do This! rated: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 4.9/5.0
Adults: 10k Trail Race (details below)
Juniors: 3k Trail Race (find out more) Juniors: 5k Trail Race (find out more)
(6-8, 9-11 and 12-15 age categories)
Sunday 11th May 2025
10:15am start
Location: Cadence Cycle Club Café,
171 Hilltop, Cocking, Midhurst GU29 0HT
Entry: £18 Entry (£20 Non-affiliated)
Junior entries £8
One of Let’s Do This! top-rated trail races in 2023!
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 4.9/5.0
“What an incredible route, so beautiful but a challenge all the same. This event was extremely well organised and everyone was so friendly.”
“Great event, hard and hilly to test your metal. Very well organised, marshalled, marked and great views ( if you’ve got time to look) brilliant atmosphere.”
“One of the best organised races I’ve run - from parking to number collection to time marshals, it was all super smooth! The route is hard but brilliant and the atmosphere was a delight. I will be back!”
“This was my first race in 5 years and my first trail race. I loved every minute! Having only run road races in the past, I wasn’t sure what to expect and it turned out to be the best experience I’ve had at any race.”
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This will be a hilly but scenic trail run through the South Downs. The route starts with a steady climb across the Cowdray Estate, west of the Flint Barn Café before heading out onto the South Downs and the West Dean Estate. All the hilly climbs will be worth it from the top and those stunning views! The route won't entirely be an uphill struggle as there'll be a quick, fast downhill stretch to the finish.
The event is licenced by the Trail Running Association and held under UK Athletics rules.
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07:45 Car park opens
07:45 Registration OPENS for Junior and 10k races
08:45 Registration CLOSES for Junior runners
08:55 Juniors walk to start line (1km)
09:10 Juniors race briefing
09:15 Junior trail race starts
09:55 10k race briefing
10:15 10k trail race starts
11:30 Prizes and presentations
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Chip timing
Finisher's Momento
Prizes for leading runners and category winners
Spot prizes
Toilets
On Site Parking
On Site Bike Parking
Baggage Drop Off
Refreshments
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By Car: The event starts from the Cadence Cycle Café at top of Cocking Hill, one mile south of the village of Cocking on the A286 where The South Downs Way crosses the road. Please observe marshals and car parking directions when you arrive.
By Bike: There is bike parking at the Cadence Cycle Cafe.
By Public Transport: You can take the Stagecoach bus route 60 from Chichester or Midhurst.
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Entries are limited to 350 runners. Book early to avoid disappointment. All entries must be made online – no entries will be available on the day. All runners must be at least 16 years old to take part in the adult race. Not open to Canicross, no dogs on the course — sorry. Enter online via our booking partner at Let’s Do This!
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FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE JUNIOR TRAIL RACES.
Make it a family do! Enter children for the Junior Trail Race, for 6-8, 9-11 and 12-15 age categories.
Join us for the 2025 Cocking Trail Race: 10:15am Sunday 11th May 2025.
Please support our wonderful sponsors.
Our main sponsor
Perfect Motion Physio
Perfect Motion Physio offers specialist physiotherapy, clinical Pilates, sports therapy, massage therapy and women’s health physio. Their clinic rooms are in Midhurst but their reach extends far beyond, aided by their online services. Perfect Motion Physio is highly recommended by many members of the Midhurst Milers running club.
Our other sponsors
Run Company
The Run Company, from starting out as a blog talking all things running, to becoming the no.1 running specialist in the South, is the go to shop (in store and online) when it comes to running gear. As keen runners themselves, they really understand all aspects of this popular sport and always ready to help you find your next bit of kit in one of their fun and friendly shops.
The Run Company is also giving away a pair of running shoes, worth up to £150, to one of the 10k runners.
Afterburn Gym
Afterburn Gym opened its doors in Midhurst at the start of 2024, with the mission to create an encouraging and safe environment for all who are looking to improve their fitness. No judgement here, everyone is welcome. This family owned and run business is eager to help everyone achieve those fitness goals with a willingness to go above and beyond to cater for the diverse needs of their members. No wonder so many of our runners choose this gym for their cross training.
STARR Exterior Services
STARR Exterior Services is a family run business located in Midhurst. They specialise in professional exterior cleaning, such as roof cleaning, gutter cleaning, patio/driveway cleaning and many more services across West Sussex, Hampshire and Surrey. You can be sure, you will receive an honest and upfront service from the trustworthy and reliable team. As a former police officer, the owner will make sure you will be left satisfied with their services.
Metis Homes
Metis Homes, located in Fair Oak, Hampshire, was established in 2008. Since its founding, Metis Homes has been backed by the RO Group, a privately owned family business with over 90 years of experience and a strong passion for property. In 2021, by acquiring an established building contractor, Metis Homes have become a complete house building business, delivering 100 homes per annum, including a collection of newly build houses in Easebourne.
