- Sun 27 Sep 2026
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 photos
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