August Long Run - North Kent Coast

This month we will be running along the North Kent coast from Birchington-on-Sea to Whitstable. The full route is 21km and follows the coastal path. There will be an an opportunity to join the run at Herne Bay for those looking for a shorter run.

Travelling from London there are two options:

1. The 09:20 Southeastern High Speed train from St Pancras International. A Super Off-Peak Return is £39.70 (£26.40 with railcard).
2. The 09:40 Southeastern train from London Victoria. A Super Off-Peak Return is £32 (£21.30 with railcard).

We will set off from outside Birchington-on-Sea railway station at 11:20am. We'll run as a group, keeping the pace comfortable for everyone (roughly 5:30 to 6:00/km), with occasional stops to refuel and admire the scenery. After the run we will go for some well earned food and drink by the sea in Whitstable before catching the train back to London. Provisional route map

Those joining us at Herne Bay should make their own way to the Clocktower on the sea front to meet the main group as they pass through around 12:30/12:45.

Please make sure you’re comfortable with the distance described. If you’re new to running, we recommend trying one of our shorter Wednesday evening or Saturday morning runs first. There will be no bag drop, so bring everything you need in a small running backpack, including water, snacks and sunscreen. Keep an eye on this page for any updates, and please update your RSVP if your plans change. We look forward to seeing you there!