Folkestone Coastal 10k
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£3.00 - £19.00Free injury protection
About
Treat yourself with this flat and fast 10k race along the south coast. Great for runners of all levels, the course starts at Folkestone Seafront before making its way along the promenade. Come for the chance to record a PB or for the finisher's medal.
Children's Race, and 10k
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Sun 29th May 2022
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Folkestone, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Marine Cres, Folkestone CT20 1PS, UK
Start times
10k:
10:00am | Children's Race:
9:30am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Folkestone Coastal 10k
Children's Race
1km
£3.00
10k
10km
£17.00 - £19.00
Route information
The course starts and finishes from Folkestone seafront. From here, runners will head towards Hythe along the promenade before turning back at the 5k mark. The route affords runners plenty of chances to enjoy the beauty of the coastline.
This flat, out-and-back route is also traffic-free, making it a perfect race for those who are relatively new to running, as well as those looking to smash their PB.
The Folkestone Coastal 10k supports local and international charitable causes, and participants are encouraged to run for a charity of your choice.
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What's included
- Finisher's Medal
- Spot Prizes
- Chip-timed event
- Fully marked & marshalled course
- First aid support
How to get there
Marine Cres, Folkestone CT20 1PS, UK
Get full directionsBy Car
From the M20 heading South or A20 from Dover, turn off at junction 13 and follow the signs for Folkestone Harbour, it’s as easy as that! The site postcode is CT20 1PX and can easily be found on a satnav.
Parking
There will be parking near to the bottom of Leas Cliff Lift. There will be plenty of signs to direct you to this area and do park within the harbour or Leas Cliff Hall walk up to the start.
By Eurotunnel
Eurotunnel (shuttle service for cars with passengers, Calais-Folkestone, 35 minutes). Eurostar international train services from many cities (via Ashford International).
By Air
By air, Lydd Air (Le Touquet-London Airport Lydd). By ferry (via services to Dover from Calais, Dunkerque; to Ramsgate from Ostend).
By Train
For those wishing to travel by train, the nearest station is Folkestone Central Station. You can take a taxi or walk/jog to the Harbour, which will take about 20 minutes.
Event day logistics
09:30 Children's Race starts
10:00 10k starts
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 15 and older to enter the 10k.
Elite Wave
There will be an elite wave for those looking for a challenge. All entrants must be able to run a 10k in under:
- Male - Sub 36 mins
- Female - Sub 40 mins
Nice Work
Nice Work are an event organiser based out of Rye in Sussex, who offer one of the most comprehensive inventory of running events in the UK. From coastal 10ks, to trail marathons, to inner-city fun runs, these events have an ever-growing and loyal community of runners who are in it for the love of the sport. If you’ve ever sat on the fence or been unsure about taking on your first running event, then checking out Nice Work’s offering is the perfect place to start.
Kit List
Please arrive ready to run. Race numbers must be worn on the front of your shirt and not on your legs or back. Make sure to not damage the timing chip.
FAQ's
Will there be water stations on the course?
There will be refreshment stations at the start of the event.
How do I attach my timing chip?
Your timing chip is incorporated into your race number and should not be removed. Please place the race number on the front of your vest/shirt and not on your leg or back.
Where can I find my results?
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the event on Nice Work's website. Please visit https://www.nice-work.org.uk/races/results
How old do I have to be to enter the Folkestone Coastal 10k?
All entrants to the 10k must be 15 and older on race day.
Reviews
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