Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon - Folkestone Half Marathon
10:00 Sunday 27 September 2026
| Distance | Half Marathon |
|---|---|
| Surface | Road |
| Course profile | Undulating |
| Is accurate? | Yes |
| Accuracy details | AUKCM South certificate 24/370 |
| Licence | Licensed Road Race |
| Event listing | Event listing at RunEvents |
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 that address critical issues such as health, education and poverty in your local entry and beyond.
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
Further information may be found at:
https://www.nice-work.org.uk/e/folkestone-rotary-half-marathon-9459
Location map link:
THE GRAND, The Leas, FOLKESTONE, Kent, CT20 2XL
