Bedgebury Forest Half Marathon

Goudhurst, United Kingdom

Expected October 2027

Our best guess from a single past year. We'll firm it up when the organiser confirms.

Choose your distance

Half Marathon

Distance

21.1km

Climb

Rolling·314m

Start Time

09:00

Cutoff

No cut off time

Terrain

Trail

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

A stunning trail race open to runners of all abilities, from novices to experienced athletes. The course meanders through the narrow trails of beautiful Bedgebury Forest woodland, offering an unforgettable race between the pines beneath the majestic forest canopy. Perfect for autumn marathon training with a friendly atmosphere.

Stunning forest trails with picturesque scenery
Traffic-free trail course
Beautiful woodland setting

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Finish

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Terrain

Trail running, undulating, 2 laps, traffic free

Route

The course uses an undulating route around the trails and paths within Bedgebury Forest. Starting and finishing within the Pinetum, the route should be quiet with no vehicle traffic, although there will be other forest users and bicycles crossing the routes, so runners should be alert to other users. You should be prepared for mud, especially if the weather leading up to race-day has been inclement. But, you should expect finishline exhilaration and delight... this race is an absolute corker!

Race Day

Race HQ & Registration opens at 07:30, Junior Race at 08:30, Race Director's briefing at 08:50, Race start at 09:00

Good to know

What to bring

Bone conducting headphones only (no regular headphones)

RecommendedTrail shoes for muddy conditions

What you get

Finisher medal

Parking included in entry fee

Vehicle admission charges included

On the day

Marshals on course

First aid on course

Parking · FreeParking is included in the cost of your entry fee. Parking is in the Walled Garden off Lady Oak Lane. The area is also accessible by bicycle.

Public transportBedgebury National Pinetum & Forest is just off the A21 in Kent. The race is best accessed by car and your entry fee includes vehicle admission charges. The area is also accessible by bicycle.

Before you enter

Bad weatherThe race proceeds regardless of weather. If weather has been inclement before race day, you should prepare for muddy conditions on the trails.

Minimum age10K: Age 15 & over, Half Marathon: Age 17 & over, Junior Race: Age 9 & over

Other questions

Yes, there is an event village and the race is spectator-friendly.

The event has a sustainability policy and is working to keep its carbon footprint low. Initiatives include bring your own cup, plastic bottle free, and recycling.

Yes, there is a Race Director's briefing on the start line at 08:50.

Entry fee

Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.

Expected

Goudhurst, United Kingdom

Expected October 2027

Provisional date, around Oct 17

We'll keep this updated as the organiser confirms.

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