Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon

The Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon is scheduled for 27 September 2026 and starts outside The Grand on The Leas in Folkestone. The race follows a largely flat coastal promenade out-and-back to Hythe, offering sweeping sea views and strong potential for personal bests on an accurately measured course. Route maps and downloadable GPX files are available from the event's route maps page so entrants can preview the course and elevation profile in advance. The event also includes a junior run alongside the main half-marathon distance.

Organised by Folkestone Rotary Club, the race raises funds for local charities and awards bespoke finisher medals plus trophies and cash prizes for leading runners. Race HQ is at The Grand with recommended parking at Leas Cliff Hall car park and public-transport links to nearby Folkestone stations, though local services are noted as limited on some Sundays. The event is promoted as beginner-friendly with strong local marshal and community support, and entrants receive event information prior to race day. Further logistical details and official documents are available on the event pages maintained by the organiser and event listing platform.