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Kent Downs 50 Challenge

    Event details

  • Location: Maidstone
  • Date: 11 October 2025
  • Registration fee: From £20
  • Fundraising target: From £100
  • Distance: 50 km, 25 km, 10 km
Two women taking a selfie before embarking on the Kent 50 Ultra Challenge trekking event.

Since the RSPCA is an official partner of this event, you'll receive a 25% discount on the ‘Full Sponsorship’ registration fee when you sign up to support us.

About the event

In the ‘Garden of England’ – with a base camp near Maidstone, parking and weekend camping options. The main 50 km looped route heads anticlockwise around the Kent Downs. Starting on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill, around picturesque Aylesford, and following the River Medway to Mote Park halfway for a picnic. Continue along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, then the North Downs Way back to the finish line. It will test spirit and determination but is totally achievable with good preparation and Ultra Challenge support!

With 25 km and 10 km challenge options also available - there's a challenge here for everyone – and you can join as an individual or as a team of friends/family.

Benefits to trekking for us

  • Walk, jog or run - it’s your challenge, your way!
  • An epic finish line moment, with a glass of fizz, a medal and a T-shirt
  • Regular covered rest stops, with free food and drink, massages and medics
  •  A fully signed route, with a team of ‘Trekmasters’ out on the trail with you

Support from us

  • Team Animal trekking t-shirt made out of recycled plastic bottles
  • Dedicated fundraising support from our friendly events team
  • Fundraising materials to help you reach your target
  • Helpful training advice for your trek
  • A Facebook group to chat with your fellow trekkers
  • A Team Animal Strava group to share your training progress with fellow Team Animal trekkers.

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