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In Support of DemelzaJoin us for the return of the Run Kent Tonbridge Half Marathon, 10K & 5K on Sunday 3rd October 2027
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Join us for the return of the Run Kent Tonbridge Half Marathon, 10K & 5K on Sunday 3rd October 2027
We're delighted to have Demelza as our 2027 Charity of the Year. Demelza is the local children’s hospice, they are reliant on the support of their communities. Join Demelza at the start line and together we can make a real difference. To sign up to run for them, click here
We are excited to bring Tonbridge running back to the streets with support from Tonbridge Rotary Club and Tonbridge Lions. Start at The Judd School and head out on a marked and measured single loop through the Kent countryside. This is a picturesque route with great spectator spots and a lively finish to celebrate your run.
Expect stocked water stations, entertainment on course, and communities of cheering supporters along the way. Friendly marshals will guide you at every key point and chip timing will capture your effort from start to finish
With RunThrough, you can expect a lively event village and clear guidance from our on-course team. After your run, enjoy food, drink and free finish-line goodies from our partners.
You can add an official event t-shirt to your entry at checkout for more than 30% off. Produced in partnership with RT Kit, it features the event logo on the chest and is the perfect keepsake to celebrate your race. Offering the t-shirt as an optional extra helps us keep entry costs lower for runners who prefer not to include merchandise.
Once you enter, you’ll receive a confirmation email straight away, and full event information will be sent to you closer to race day. We look forward to seeing you on the start line.
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Route Information
The route will be run on closed tarmac roads surrounding Tunbridge, starting and finishing outside The Judd School.
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Race Day Schedule
We will have a secure room where you can leave your baggage. We recommend you bring as little baggage as possible. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number, you simply tear it off and attach it to your bag. To collect, show your number to our staff, and they will help you find your baggage.
Toilets will be provide within the event village and there will also be toilets on the half marathon course. Please follow the signs and queues are most likely to build in the final half hour before the start, so go early!
The half marathon will pass a water station 3 times, the 10k once and there is not a water station on the 5k course. All runners will receive a bottle of water at the finish.
Spectators are more than welcome, we advise staying in the event village where you will be able to catch the start & finish along Brook Street. Please listen to marshal instructions when standing on the road, make sure you stay within the barriers and coned off area as Brook Street is still live on one side.
Buggy runners and wheelchair athletes are welcome. Please remain mindful of the runners around you and make yourself known should you need to overtake. Dogs are not permitted to run at this event, however spectators are welcome to have their dog within the event village if kept on a lead at all times.
Half Marathon - 7:30am - 8:30am
10km - 8:00am - 9:00am
5km - 8:15am - 9:15am
There will be a group warm-up 15 minutes prior to the start of each race. From here, we will call out estimated finish times to get all runners lined up and ready to run.
There will be a 3 hour cut-off for this event due to the road closures. If you think you may take longer than the cut-off time, please email info@runthrough.co.uk before the event so we can advise on the options. We want everyone to finish, and knowing in advance lets us keep the course and marshals in place for you where we can.
We will have an official photographer at the event. Please check out our photos page after the race.
Results will be available here immediately after the race.
Local Information
| Road | Closed | Reopens |
|---|---|---|
| Brooke StreetStop-Go in operation allowing traffic flow on one side | 07:00 | 13:00 |
| Hayesden Lane | 08:30 | 11:55 |
| Upper Hayesden Lane | 08:30 | 12:30 |
| Lower Hayesden Lane | 08:30 | 12:30 |
| Ensfield Road | 08:30 | 11:45 |
| High Street (Leigh) | 08:45 | 11:15 |
| Penshurst Road | 08:45 | 11:15 |
| Hildenborough Road | 08:45 | 10:15 |
| Rings Hill | 08:45 | 10:15 |
| Lower Street | 08:50 | 10:30 |
| Philpots Lane | 08:55 | 10:55 |
| Copping's Road | 08:55 | 10:55 |
| Compasses Road | 09:00 | 11:00 |
Location
Judd School, Brook St, Tonbridge TN9 2PN
Get the full directions here.
Tonbridge train station is approximately a 10-minute walk from the event site.
The Judd School is located just out of Tonbridge, off the A26. If driving to the event, please plan in advance as local parking options will fill up quickly. We recommend you use parkopedia.co.uk to find a suitable parking spot.
Please note there is no parking at the school.
Tonbridge train station is located just 0.5miles from the event village (10min walk). Please check rail times ahead of the race as Sunday services might be limited.
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In Support Of
Demelza is the local children's hospice, providing extraordinary care to children and young people with serious or life-limiting conditions across Kent, South East London and East Sussex. Every pound raised helps fund expert clinical care, emotional support and practical help for families, at the hospices or at home, online, at school and in local communities.
By taking on Run Kent for Demelza, you're not just running a race, you're supporting your local children's hospice. Demelza relies on the support of its local community to keep delivering extraordinary care to extraordinary children facing serious or life-limiting conditions.
The number of children living with serious or life-limiting conditions is increasing every year, and many need 24-hour care and support. Demelza wants life to be the best it can be for these children and for those who love them, supporting families wherever is best for them: at the hospices or at home, online, at school and in local communities.
Whether you choose the 5K, 10K or Half Marathon, every mile you run and every pound you raise will make a real difference. Sign up to run for Demelza and help it keep providing expert clinical care, emotional support and practical help during the most challenging times.
Volunteer with RunThrough
Every event you help at earns race credit or a kit voucher:
| Distance | Credit | Kit |
|---|---|---|
| 5k / 10k | £40 | £20 |
| Half Marathon | £65 | £30 |
| Marathon / Ultra+ | £100 | £40 |
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