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The Bedgebury Forest 10 & 5 Mile

Sun 2nd Feb 2020
Unnamed Road, Goudhurst, Cranbrook TN18 4XR, UK
34 reviews
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This race sells out every year and you can really see why. The course is awesome and very varied, running through forests, on trails and by water too! Nice Work are one of our top organisers and consistently put on first class events. The medals are consistently well reviewed. Cracking race for all
  • Trails
  • Sold out last year
  • Finisher’s medal
  • Undulating
  • 600 participants

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Organizer's website

Join us for the return of this sellout 10 Mile race using the undulating forest paths and trails in and around Bedgebury National Forest.

The event is open to runners of all abilities, from novices to experienced athletes and is perfect for spring marathon training. And if the 10 mile doesn't quite suit, why not try the 5 mile option?

Distances in this event

  1. 10 Mile

    Run 10mi
    9:00am Sun 2nd Feb 2020
    £20–£32
    Tickets available

  2. 5 Mile

    Run 5mi
    9:00am Sun 2nd Feb 2020
    £16–£28
    Tickets available

Where could you finish?

We’ll work out your time based on past results, elevation and terrain.

What’s Included
There will be medals and finish line goodies on offer to all finishers.

Entry fee includes vehicle admission charges.
Course Details

The course uses an undulating route around the trails and paths within Bedgebury Forest. Starting and finishing within the Pinetum the route should be quiet with no vehicle traffic, although there will be other forest users and bicycles crossing the routes, so runners should be alert to other users.

First Aid

St John Ambulance or an alternative medical provider will be in attendance on the day and the course will be marshalled to provide assistance. There will also be a sweep runner following the race to ensure that nobody is left behind and that all runners are accounted for.

Travel
Race Location: Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SJ

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest is just off the A21 in Kent. The race is best accessed by car and your entry fee includes vehicle admission charges. There will be parking on site.

Please follow signs to your designated distance car park. 10 mile runners will be parking within the Walled Garden with 5 mile entrants parking in the main car park.

The area is also accessible by bicycle.
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Reviews (34)

4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Tiaan S1 review

    Did the 5 Mile in 2018

    First 5 mile forest run, very well organised, no drama. Ill be returning for the next one with a better understanding of undulating hills! Had a great experience!

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    Laura W1 review

    Did the 5 Mile in 2018

    It was great fun, everyone was very friendly. A great atmosphere and a fun course. Slightly disappointed with no medal yet but these things happen.

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    Max B1 review

    Did the 10 Mile in 2018

    It was tough for me but I felt great afterwards. Only problem was the sloppy grass on the run in which meant I ended up walking part of the final hill and couldn't finish in true style.

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    Fay S1 review

    Did the 10 Mile in 2018

    Really enjoyed the bedgebury loved the mud . Bit tough at the finish as muddy. Disappointed that it didn't come up with polegare Plodders but that might have been my fault. Also the man struggled with my surname at the end. But well organised fee more portaloo s night be better. Definitely one to do again.

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    Jonathan M1 review

    Did the 10 Mile in 2018

    A mudfest!, great fun enough solid tracks as well great fun especially the finish!, wont be a spoiler but what a way to end a race!!!!!

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    John O1 review

    Did the 10 Mile in 2018

    This is the second or third run organised by Nice Work, as the others this one was very well organised, nice bling on completion and a very well stocked goody station at the end of the race.Volunteers were particularly friendly with all being very encouraging. It does make a difference! Thank you Nice Work

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    Rosalind W1 review

    Did the 10 Mile in 2018

    A bit slippery in places but this added to the fun. The turnaround point at 5 miles was confusing. We were getting changed In a toilet after and a lady was very rude to us. Changing facilities would be required for such a muddy run. Overall though I enjoyed it.

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    Wessons3 reviews

    Did the 10 Mile in 2018

    First time to the event and was really impressed with every aspect of it. The course is undulating rather than particularly hilly, bar the very start and finish. It's been particularly wet lately and that made some areas of the course tough under foot, but in some ways added to the fun. Trails were definitely required this year, although a lot of the run is on cycle paths where road shoes would be preferred. I'd definitely sign up for this again and I'm contemplating the half marathon in November if it doesn't clash with the Brighton 10k.

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    Rowan W1 review

    Did the 10 Mile in 2018

    Really nice run. Well organised, beautiful surroundings and good vibe.

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    Susan M1 review

    Did the 5 Mile in 2018

    Tried to enter 2 weeks before but left it too late luckily for me someone didnt turn up so I paid and had their place In the results Im down as a 35V as Im 60 I thought I would be down in an older category The only problem I had is they ran out of medals and I was assured it would be sent in the post at that time that wasnt possible the lady said it was linked to my race number but when I explained I only got the place that day it was typed into the mans laptop hopefully I will receive my medal soon.

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