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Folkestone Rotary Club

Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon

Next Race: 28/09/2025

The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent,CT20 2XL

Folkestone Rotary Club

Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon

Next Race: 28/09/2025

The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent,CT20 2XL

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This ever popular race promises amazing coastal views and a relatively flat coastal promenade run with real PB potential

 

A grey object with two handlesDescription automatically generated   Sunday 28 September, 09:30
A black and grey location pinDescription automatically generated   Folkestone, Kent
A black and white flagDescription automatically generated   Half Marathon & Junior Run
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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):

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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
•    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: £28
•    Junior Run: £4

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

 

Folkestone Junior Race, 2025
Open

    Date: 28th Sep 2025 | Time: 09:30 AM

    Closes In: 64 days 15 hours

    £4.00

    Folkestone Half Marathon CHARITY ENTRY, 2025
    Open

      Date: 28th Sep 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM

      Closes In: 64 days 15 hours

      Open to entrants aged 17 and over on 28/09/2025

      £29.00 - £31.00

      Standard pricing

      Bulk Purchase
      Folkestone Half Marathon, 2025
      Open

        Date: 28th Sep 2025 | Time: 10:00 AM

        Closes In: 64 days 15 hours

        Open to entrants aged 17 and over on 28/09/2025

        £24.00 - £26.00

        Standard pricing

        Bulk Purchase

        Location

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        Directions

        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.

         

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        Organiser Details
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        Folkestone Rotary Club
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        Overall Rating

        4.8/5

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        Can I enter on the day?
        On the day entries are subject to availability only. Providing the entry limit has not been reached, entries will be available on the day for all of our races, unless otherwise stated on the event page. There is an extra charge for entering on the day and this is outlined on the event page on our website.
        How do I know if I am registered to run a race?
        If you enter online, you should receive an acknowledgement email confirming your entry. If your confirmation email does not arrive within 24 hours of your entry, there is a chance that it may have dropped into your junk mailbox so please check your spam before you contact us to confirm your place. It may be worth adding us to your safe senders list so that you don't miss your booking confirmation or subsequent information including race day instructions. Postal entries will be acknowledged by email so please ensure that it is clearly written on your postal form.
        Can someone else register for me?
        Yes, you can enter multiple people when entering online or by post, provided you have all of the required details for all entrants.
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