“Nice trails in beautiful sceneries. Perfectly organised so that you can just enjoy walking. Helping hands and staff were so lovely, always with a smile and motivating us.” – Trustpilot review
Take on a challenge in our Heartland and push your boundaries along spectacular trails. The full route takes you northwest along the North Downs Way towards Blue Bell Hill, southwards through the charming village of Aylesford, and along the River Medway to Maidstone.
Continuing onto magnificent Leeds Castle, you’ll re-join the North Downs Way to guide you back to Detling to cross the finish line.
Shorter options are available too: the 25KM route splits off at Aylesford onto the Augustine Camino towards Boxley, where it joins the 10KM route before heading back to basecamp.
The Essentials
- Organiser Ultra Challenge
- Date: Saturday 9 October 2027
- Location: Kent Downs & Kent Showground basecamp
- Distances: 50KM, 25KM, or 10KM options
- The Atmosphere: Friday and Saturday night camping at basecamp, creating a fun event atmosphere for the Ultra Challenge season finale
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Price and Fundraising Pledge
Why Take the Challenge? Whether you walk, jog, or run, taking on these trails will test your endurance, but every step you take brings a real purpose. Organised by Ultra Challenge, you’ll be tackling the Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge, your efforts help fund our lifesaving work.
Crossing that finish line at basecamp won’t just a personal victory, you’ll be helping to save lives.
Without you, we can’t keep flying. Without you, we can’t save lives.
Tags
- challenge events, Ultra
