Date: 28th Sep 2025 | Time: 09:30 AM
Closes In: 179 days 4 hours
Folkestone Rotary Club
Next Race: 28/09/2025
The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent,CT20 2XL
Next Race: 28/09/2025
The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent,CT20 2XL
This ever popular race promises amazing coastal views and a relatively flat coastal promenade run with real PB potential
Sunday 28 September, 09:30
Folkestone, Kent
Half Marathon & Junior Run
Road, Flat
Overview
This accurately-measured course starts at 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.
CHARITY Race Entry
If you select to register for the race on a CHARITY ticket, then your entry will include a £5 donation to our charity of the year, The Sports Trust>
The Sports Trust is a not-for-profit charity that dismantles barriers to sports participation. They recognise sport as a powerful tool for social improvement and drive it to its full potential.
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 Rotarty 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
• 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: £28
• Junior Run: £4
Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day
Date: 28th Sep 2025 | Time: 09:30 AM
Closes In: 179 days 4 hours
Date: 28th Sep 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM
Closes In: 179 days 4 hours
Open to entrants aged 17 and over on 28/09/2025
Standard pricing
Date: 28th Sep 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM
Closes In: 179 days 4 hours
Open to entrants aged 17 and over on 28/09/2025
Standard pricing
Race HQ: The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2XL
By Car:
The Race Headquarters will be within the Grand Hotel and will be clearly signposted. The start/finish area will be on The Leas immediately outside the HQ and signs will be clearly posted to direct you. We would encourage runners to park at the Leas Cliff Hall car park approximataley half a mile from the HQ. Limited parking is available around the Hotel.
By Train:
The closest railway station is Folkestone West but trains are very limited on Sundays.
Share this event with friends and colleagues! Send them the link or use the social buttons below to spread the word. The more people who join, the better the experience for everyone.
More ways to share: