Sat 10 Oct 2026 Maidstone, Kent, UK

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge

An end-of-season ultra challenge in the Garden of England with a looped route around the Kent Downs starting on the North Downs Way with picturesque scenery and full support all the way.

3 races

  • Sat 10 Oct
  • #1 of 3
Kent Showground, Maidstone

50km

07:30

Age 16 & over

£139

  • Sat 10 Oct
  • #2 of 3
Kent Showground, Maidstone

25km

08:30

Age 14 & over

£89

  • Sat 10 Oct
  • #3 of 3
Kent Showground, Maidstone

Maidstone 10K

10:00

Age 8 & over

£49

Event overview

 The Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge has a basecamp near Maidstone, with parking and weekend camping options.

The main 50km loop heads anticlockwise around the Kent Downs – starting on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill, around picturesque Aylesford, and following the River Medway to Mote Park at halfway for a picnic.

Along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, then the North Downs Way back to the showground finish line and celebration. It’s easily accessible; you’ll get full support and with 25km and 10km options also available - there’s a Kent Downs Ultra Challenge® waiting for you!

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Families

Location

  • Bag transfer
  • Bar
  • BBQ
  • Cafe
  • Camping
  • Changing facilities
  • Entertainment
  • Music
  • Paid parking
  • Rural
  • Secure bag storage
  • Showers
  • Toilets

Races at event

  • Sat 10 Oct
  • #1 of 3
Kent Showground, Maidstone
50km

07:30

Age 16 & over

£139

  • Sat 10 Oct
  • #2 of 3
Kent Showground, Maidstone
25km

08:30

Age 14 & over

£89

  • Sat 10 Oct
  • #3 of 3
Kent Showground, Maidstone
Maidstone 10K

10:00

Age 8 & over

£49

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