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Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge

October 10

End the season of Ultra Challenges in the ‘Garden of England’

An end of season Ultra Challenge in the ‘Garden of England’. A basecamp near Maidstone, join up to 2,000 adventurers and you can take it on at your pace as a walk, jog, or run – and fundraise for Winston’s Wish!

The 50km looped route heads anticlockwise on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill, following the River Medway to Mote Park at halfway for a picnic. Along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, and the North Downs Way back to the showground finish line. Sign up as an individual or as a team; you’ll get full support all the way, plenty of food and drink, optional camping and transfers, a special medal, T shirt and
celebration finish. With 25km & 10km options also available – there’s a challenge for everyone! Push yourself further in 2026, take on an Ultra Challenge – the UK’s No.1 Series of treks & trail challenges!

Click below to sign up on the Ultra Challenge website.

Winston’s Wish and Child Bereavement UK are merging to strengthen the support available for bereaved children, young people, parents and families across the UK. In the coming weeks, Winston’s Wish will change its name to Child Bereavement UK. By taking on the Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge you will still be raising money to support grieving children, young people and families, but the charity you will be fundraising for will be called Child Bereavement UK.

What you’ll get:

  • Sign up from £15
  • Inclusive and fun event with a great atmosphere and camaraderie
  • Choose your distance – 10km, 25km, or 50km options
  • Walk, jog, or run – it’s your challenge, your way!
  • A fully signed route, with a team of ‘Trekmasters’ out on the trail with you
  • Regular covered rest stops, with free food and drink, massages and medics
  • An epic finish line moment, with a glass of fizz, medal and t-shirt
  • Camping, transfer and parking options to make getting there and away easy
  • Full fundraising support, and a choice of fundraising options

What you’ll get from us:

  • A welcome email and fundraising pack
  • A branded top to wear on the day
  • Support from our dedicated team to help you achieve your target
  • Additional fundraising resources upon request
  • Access to training app by our partners at GH Training
  • e-newsletters with news from across the charity