- Sun 19 Apr 2026
09:00
Age 18 & over
£38
- 26.2 miles multi terrain running + 1459 ft ascent
Event overview
Run the undulating, quiet, wide lanes outside Ashford in Kent plus a short section on the Pilgrims Way.
Both races carry UKA licences and are accurately measured, which means that a good time for marathon runners could see you secure a ‘Good for Age’ time for a certain somewhat larger big-city marathon!
Both races are suitable for runners of all abilities, from experienced athletes to those new to half or full marathon races. More to the point, this is known for being a friendly event. The race always attracts great reviews and, for those of you who are experienced marathon runners, the event makes a refreshing change from some of the busy, big city affairs.
Highlights
- Stunning countryside scenery
- Amazing volunteer support
- Friendly atmosphere
This event is part of Kent Spring Marathon & Half Marathon.
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Event village
- Newcomers
- Spectators
Timetable
- Bag storage
- Rural
Event HQ
Sandyacres Sports & Social Club
Sandyhurst Lane
Ashford
Kent
TN25 4PE
UK
Race HQ
Located at Sandyacres Sports Club.
Parking
There will be car parking available at the Bidwell's Car Park.
By rail
The closest railway station is Charing, which is served by trains from Ashford International. It is just a short half-mile walk from the station to the race HQ.
- 2 laps
- Bone conducting headphones only
- Cut off time
- Distance markers
- Marshals
- No headphones
- Undulating
- GPX available
GPX route
The route is displayed on the map above.
Overview
The scenic, rural route weaves its way out into the countryside north of Ashford and heads out through the nearby countryside in and around and the pretty Kent villages of Charing and Westwell. The Kent Spring Marathon and Half Marathon course is an undulating, multi-terrain course. The final 1.5K of the race is downhill so fast finishes are guaranteed. Aid stations will be plentiful and well-stocked!
The roads will be not closed for the event, but they are quiet lanes. However, please still be aware that there may be vehicles on the course.
Map
Cut off
6 hours.
- Bring your own cup
- Plastic bottle free
- Public transport links
- Recycling
- Sustainability policy
This event is doing its best to work sustainably to ensure that the carbon footprint of the race is kept as low as possible.
To help reduce the carbon footprint of this race, runners are encouraged to bring their own camel packs or reusable cups for this race. The teams at the water stations will be happy to fill any receptacle that you might bring with you so that you stay hydrated and racing fit! If you are able to car share, then this would be wonderful.
- Certificate
- Medal
- Trophy
- Vouchers
Included
- Bespoke medal for all finishers.
- Trophy with e-certificates & £5 voucher prize for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male & female winners
- E-certificates and £5 voucher prize for 1st male & female age group categories
- Team prizes on offer! - First male and female team - 3 to score and must be in club kit
Running for a cause
Your entry will help to raise valuable funds for the partner charity: The Ashford and Tenterden Samaritans. The Samaritans work tirelessly to ensure that they are there every day and night of the year for anyone struggling to cope. They make sure that people have somewhere to turn and support when they need it most. They work with communities to let people know they're there for them and they campaign to make suicide prevention a priority.
- Age 18 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
Entry fees
Entry fee
£38.00
Great all round run! Well organized, friendly organisers and marshalls, well stocked drink stations. Caroline F
Suits me, no fuss, no fanfare, just two beautiful laps of the Kent countryside. Sean C
The marshalls for this event really made a difference for me as they were very supportive the whole way. All in all a great experience and a challenging course. Maxwell H
Reviews thanks to RaceCheck
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