Bedgebury Forest 10 and 5 Mile

Goudhurst, United Kingdom • 1 Feb 2026

Event details

Bedgebury Forest 10 & 5 Mile is a trail running event organised by Nice Work at Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Goudhurst, Kent. The course runs on forest trails through the Pinetum and is described as multi-terrain and undulating. The event includes a junior run in addition to adult distances. Route maps and GPX files are available for download.

  • 10 Mile
  • 5 Mile
  • Junior Run

The organiser notes that recent wet weather can make sections muddy.

Practical information

On-the-day entry fees, subject to availability, are listed as: 10 Mile £35, 5 Mile £30, Junior Run £7. Advance entry prices are shown up to £29 for the 10 Mile, £23 for the 5 Mile, and £7 for the Junior Run. Age restrictions are given for advance entries: the 10 Mile is open to entrants aged 17 and over on 01/02/2026; the 5 Mile is open to entrants aged 15 and over on 01/02/2026.

Included with entry are a bespoke medal, free photographs, trophies and prizes for leading runners, and free parking. Race headquarters are located next to Go Ape at the Bedgebury National Pinetum. Designated car parks are used by distance - 10 Mile entrants to the Walled Garden car park and 5 Mile entrants to the main car park. Event information will be sent to registered entrants prior to race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
10 Mile
5 mi
5 Mile
Junior Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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