This beloved race promises breath taking coastal views and a (relatively) flat coastal promenade run with real PB potential

Sunday 27 September, 09:30

Folkestone, Kent

Half Marathon & Junior Run

Road, Flat

Overview

This accurately-measured course starts outside The Grand on The Leas, passes through the coastal park before and an out and back to Hythe. The event has fantastic support from local community groups and has a friendly race day vibe. If you are new to the half marathon distance, this is the perfect race to start your longer distance running journey. Whilst the majority of the race is a relatively flat promenade run with real PB potential, there are a couple of hills to add a little additional challenge to your race day! An unforgettable race... so good that you'll want to return year after year!

CHARITY Race Entry

If you select to register for the race on a CHARITY ticket, then your entry will include a £5 donation to the Folkestone Rotary Club.

The Rotary club raises valuable funds for the local community and has a long standing tradition of service and dedication to both local and international causes. By purchasing a charity entry, you'll be contributing to a variety of projects, including The Gurkha Memorial Fund, that address critical issues such as health, education and poverty in your local entry and beyond.

For a Cause

Through the Folkestone Rotary Club, this race is raising valuable funds for The Gurkha Memorial Fund, our local charity partner. This organisation provides valuable support to local Nepalese communities and computer projects in Nepal with fantastic outcomes. They also honour the remarkable service and sacrifice of the Gurkha soldiers who have served with distinction in the British Armed Forces for over 200 years. Your fundraising effors will ensure that they can continue to offer these vital services to the community members that need them.

Route Information

View and download detailed route maps (including GPX files):

Running for a Cause

The race is a fundraising event organised by the Folkestone Rotary Club.

All proceeds and individual fundraising will be donated to local charities.

Race Highlights

• Stunning coastal views

• Bespoke medal and cash prizes / trophies for winners

• Relatively flat route with PB potential

• Accurately measured course

• Ideal for Autumn marathon training plans

• Friendly atmosphere & perfect for beginners

What’s Included

• Bespoke medal

• Trophies & cash prizes for leading runners

• Finish line goodies

On-the-Day Entry Fee (subject to availability)

• Half Marathon: £35

• Junior Run: £5

Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day

Description supplied by the event organiser.