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Hawkhurst 10K & 5K

Name: Hawkhurst 10K & 5K
Start: 2026-06-21
End: 2026-06-21
Location: Hawkhurst

Hawkhurst, United Kingdom • 21 Jun 2026

Hawkhurst 10k and 5k

Hawkhurst 10k and 5k is a community road and trail event held on 21 June 2026 at The Moor, Hawkhurst, Kent TN18 4NX. The course is described as multi terrain and undulating and the event is presented in its sixth year in collaboration with Highgate Hawkhurst WI to support local community projects.

Distances

10k
5k
Junior run (free)

The event includes a mass warm up led by a local fitness instructor from Serida Fitness, pop up stalls, ice cream and coffee vans, and marshals and spectators along the route. Organisers provide free parking at the King George V sports field opposite The Moor. Route maps and GPX files are available for download.

Finish-line provisions for finishers include cakes and bakes and a bespoke medal. Trophies and prizes are awarded to leading runners and a free half pint at The Eight Bells is listed among the finishing refreshments. The event also raises funds for projects that benefit the local Hawkhurst community.

On the day entry fees are listed as follows and are subject to availability: 10k £30, 5k £25, Junior run free. Event information is sent to registered entrants before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Hawkhurst

Race information

Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

Junior Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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