10Bay Challenge
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Event overview
The 10Bay Challenge is scheduled for 7 June 2026 and is organised by Sporting Events UK. The event is returning for its fourth year and offers two distance options. Entry fees vary by distance, with prices reported between £24 and £35. The event has an average rating of about 4.6 from 63 reviews.
Course and facilities
The route runs along the Thanet coast in Kent, starting and finishing at Margate Main Sands (CT9 1JD). The course uses a mixture of sand, promenade and cliff-top paths. The race is held at low tide and includes sections, stacks and arches that are not passable at high tide. The route heads from Margate towards Ramsgate and then returns.
Participants can choose between:
- 15 miles (full 10Bay Challenge)
- 10k (4Bay)
There is an event HQ and chill-out area on Margate Main Sands. Nearby amenities mentioned include seaside cafés and attractions such as Dreamland, Turner Contemporary and the Harbour Arm. Some reviews note variable terrain and route signage, and a few mention limited marshal coverage at certain points. Age eligibility is noted as 17 and over for the 15-mile option and 15 and over for the 10k. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
