11k Run Arun: Scenic Coastal Loop from Pagham

Route Overview & Local Insights

This 11.5km coastal loop offers a refreshing, pancake-flat running experience through the beautiful Arun district, perfect for those looking to maintain a steady tempo without the interference of hills. Starting in Pagham, the route blends roughly 35% paved surfaces with well-maintained trails, taking you past the serene Pagham Lagoon and along the breezy shoreline toward Little Welbourne. Runners will appreciate the varied scenery as the path transitions from coastal vistas to the inland charm of the North Wall Trail and the historic Selsey Tramway, providing a fast and rewarding circuit that showcases the best of West Sussex’s seaside terrain.

Steeped in natural history, Pagham Harbour is one of the few undeveloped stretches of coastline in South East England and serves as a vital nature reserve for migratory birds. As you jog along the "North Wall," you are traversing a site of significant land reclamation that dates back centuries, while the Selsey Tramway section follows the "Sidlesham Rattler," a historic light railway line that once linked Selsey to the national rail network until 1935. This route isn't just a workout; it’s a journey through the maritime heritage and rural tranquility of a landscape defined by the shifting tides of the English Channel.