Gatliff Marathon

Edenbridge, United Kingdom • 17 Oct 2026

Gatliff Marathon

The Gatliff Marathon is an annual event taking place at Edenbridge Cricket Club in Kent. This cross-country challenge caters to walkers, joggers, and runners, utilizing a network of footpaths and tracks across the countryside of Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. The event features two distinct distances:

  • 25 km
  • 50 km

The course changes every year to provide different routes. Participants receive a detailed route description including what3words references and a GPX file prior to the event. The objective for all participants is to complete their chosen distance within a ten-hour time limit.

Support is provided throughout the course, with two checkpoints located on the 25 km route and five checkpoints on the 50 km route. Entry fees include all food and drink provided by the organizers. This coverage includes snacks and drinks at all checkpoints, as well as soup and sandwiches for lunch at one of the 50 km checkpoints. Professional first aid cover is present throughout the event.

The venue at Blossoms Park offers showering facilities for participants at the finish. Post-event amenities include hot food and hot beverages such as tea and coffee, which are included in the registration cost. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
25 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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