The River Run (River Darent)
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The River Run 2026 (River Darent, Kent)
The River Run starts from Central Park in Dartford and follows the River Darent through Kent countryside. Routes are point-to-point and pass through Darenth, Sutton-at-Hone, South Darenth, Horton Kirby, Farningham, Eynsford, Shoreham and finish in Otford for the longest distance.
Participants may choose from these distances:
- 5K finish in South Darenth
- 10K finish in Eynsford
- 18K finish in Otford
Entries include a finisher medal, post race water and a snack, plus event photos and videos. Number collection takes place at the entrance to Central Park Athletics Track DA1, with the registration desk opening one hour before the race. There is no bag drop for this point to point event; coaches will collect runners from the 5K, 10K and 18K finishes and return all participants to the start.
Practical information notes Central Park, Dartford as the start location. There are multiple nearby car parks including Acacia Car Park and Mansion House Gardens Car Park, and Central Park is a short drive from Junction 2 of the M25. The event is organised by runhappyrunhealthy and is listed for Dartford, United Kingdom. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
