10K
Sun 27 Sep 2026 Faversham, Kent, UK

Badlesmere 10K

Enjoy an early autumnal run through the North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with the Badlesmere 10K. Scenic countryside, strong community atmosphere, and a tough and beautiful course.

  • Sun 27 Sep 2026
Badlesmere Lees, Faversham
10K

10:00

Age 18 & over

£24-£25

  • 10 km road running + 509 ft ascent

Event overview

If you like races with character, this one has it in spades.

A stunning 10km race in the Kent North Downs AONB. Scenic countryside, strong community atmosphere, and a course that’s as tough as it is beautiful.

Set in the stunning Kent North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Badlesmere 10K blends big-sky countryside with a properly testing course. Whether you’re chasing a PB, building fitness, or just want a memorable autumn race in a brilliant location, this is one that rewards grit as much as it does pace. Running or walking, everyone is welcome and 100% of the profits go to the charity via the community run village hall and lees. 

Highlights

  • Beautiful route in a protected landscape
  • Challenging in places (this isn’t a “flat and fast”)
  • Entrants are welcome to walk instead of running 
  • Suitable for runners who enjoy a proper test if chasing a PB

This event is part of Badlesmere 10K.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Spectators

  • Circular route
  • First aid
  • Marshals
  • PB
  • Water stations

Overview

The Badlesmere 10K is a countryside 10km run through the North Downs AONB in Kent. Expect scenic stretches, fresh air, and a course that asks for commitment from start to finish. If you like races with character, this one has it in spades.

Route highlights

  • Beautiful route in a protected landscape
  • Challenging in places (this isn’t a “flat and fast”)
  • Entrants are welcome to walk instead of running 
  • Suitable for runners who enjoy a proper test if chasing a PB

  • Changing facilities
  • Free parking
  • Secure bag storage
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Badlesmere Lees
Faversham
Kent
UK

By car

Free parking is on site. Follow your SatNav to ME13 0NX and park where indicated on site.

By bus

A public bus stop via the Stage Coach No. 666 is next to the parking area. Please do not park in the Red Lion car park, unless you have a reservation with them (highly recommended!) 

  • Chip timing
  • Medal

Included

  • Race bib (collection details below)
  • Chip timing
  • Free bag drop
  • Toilets on site
  • Changing facilities on site
  • First aid/medical cover
  • Free parking
  • Water stations on course (3)
  • Refreshments at the start/finish
  • Food and refreshments at the start/finish area
  • Bespoke finishers' medal

Prizes

  • Overall Male / Female (and/or Overall 1st–3rd)
  • Age categories (e.g., V40, V50, V60, etc.)

  • Age 18 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter online

Entry fees

Entry fee (Affiliated)

£24.00

Entry fee (Unaffiliated)

£25.00

Other races at event

  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #1 of 2
Badlesmere Lees, Faversham
Kids Race

09:30

Age 3-11

£4

  • 800 m road running
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