Introducing the Runaround Kent Series, hosted by Embrace Ultra. In 2024, we're offering 12 community runs (1 per month) that will take you through some of Kent's most scenic trails.
Our goal is to provide a platform for runners to explore new locations, connect with fellow enthusiasts, improve trail running confidence, train for upcoming events, and strengthen the running community within Kent.
Hosted at 12 different locations, each offering their own unique charm and challenge, this is a great opportunity to see the country as you've never done before.
What's more, all of these running experiences are absolutely free. At Embrace Ultra, we believe that running should be accessible to all, and we're committed to fostering a sense of community among runners.
Join us in 2024 for a year of remarkable runs, new friendships, and a stronger Kent running community.
Locations
Each location will be carefully selected to ensure they are suitable for running on in any given month. All will be locations we have run and enjoyed ourselves, and think you will to. Where possible we will look to incorporate sections of our races to give runners taking part a chance to recce the route. We may also select locations that will help runners develop skills and gain more experience on the trails (I.e hillier routes / technical routes or possibly even a night run).
F.A.Qs
Will I be fit enough to run
We welcome runners of all abilities to these runs and no one will be left behind or made to feel they shouldn't be there. Our only ask is for runners to be in a physical condition to cover a 10 mile route on undulating trails.
Will I get a medal for finishing
No. These are not races and no medals will be provided for finishing.
Will there be aid stations or medical cover
No. You should treat these as you would a training run. Running in any form / terrain comes with hazards/risks and you should familiarise yourself with these before taking part.
Can I bring my dog
We love dogs, but we are also conscious not everyone feels the same way. As we want this to be an inclusive run we would politely ask you leave your dog(s) at home.
What if I can't keep up
This is a community event and runners of all abilities are welcome. If any runner(s) want to move at a faster pace they're welcomed to, but we will encourage runners to stay together and enjoy the chat / make new friends.
When will we know the date of each run
We will communicate the date of each run at least a month in advance and this will be done via our social media pages. we will create a Facebook event for each run, which will contain all the details and GPX route.
What if I've never run on trails before
We have all been there and this is absolutely the perfect opportunity for you to try for the first time. In addition to our Embrace Ultra coach, we hope there will be other runners there able to share tips and provide encouragement. Our only ask is that you have the fitness to cover 10 miles (no matter what pace)
Where can I park
All of the routes we have chosen start/finish in a location with car parking. It's important to know that Embrace Ultra have not hired any of the venues, nor does it have any priority over other car park users. In some locations there may also be car park charges that apply.
Will there be food and drink
Embrace Ultra will not be providing any food or drink for these runs. We encourage you to bring adequate food/drink with you for the duration of the run. In most cases the routes we have chosen have a coffee shop/cafe at the start/finish for refreshments before and after.
Will there be toilets
Most of, but not all of the locations will have public toilets. When we provide details of the runs we will advise if there's toilets on the route.
Are kids allowed to run
As these are 10 mile trail routes with mostly undulating (but some steep) hills, we would politely ask that no one under the age of 16 attends.
What time does it start
We will always aim to start around 9am on a Sunday morning. Any changes will be communicated on the Embrace Ultra Facebook community group
If you have any other questions, please ask them either in the Embrace Ultra Community Group on Facebook or by emailing us at info@embraceultra.co.uk