Expected October 2027
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The Kent Downs 50 is a 50km ultra march taking place on 10 October 2026 in Kent, United Kingdom. The race starts at 08:30 and has a time limit of 12 hours. Basecamp is near Maidstone, with parking & weekend camping options. The main 50km looped route heads anticlockwise around the Kent Downs; on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill, and following the River Medway to Mote Park at halfway for a picnic. Along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, then back to the show-ground finish line and celebration. You'll get full support; and with 25km & 10km options also available.
North Downs Way
Blue Bell Hill
River Medway
Mote Park
Len Valley Walk
Leeds Castle
Start / Finish
Kent Showground, Maidstone
Kent Showground, Maidstone
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Route
Getting There
Race Day
What you get
Finisher medal
Finisher t-shirt
Finisher certificate
Chip timing
Race photos
Food after the finish
GPS tracking via app
free food & drink at rest stops
finishers meal
glass of fizz
medal
photo finish
shuttle buses from nearest train station
parking
camping packages available
On the day
Toilets
Showers
Changing facilities
Bag drop
Food vendors
Merchandise
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Water on course
Before you enter
Other questions
The 50km route has approximately 1000m elevation gain.
Yes, you can walk, jog, or run. There is an Ultra March® category for hasty hikers aiming to complete 50km in under 12 hours.
Yes, you can choose to fundraise for a charity or self-fund.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Kent, United Kingdom
Expected October 2027
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