Gatliff Marathon
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Event Overview
The Gatliff Marathon is an annual challenge event offering walkers, joggers, and runners a choice of 25 km or 50 km distances. It takes place on rural footpaths and tracks in the Kent, Surrey, and Sussex countryside. The event's objective is to complete the chosen distance within 10 hours by following provided route directions and checking in at all designated checkpoints.
Distances
- 50 km route
- 25 km route
Practical Information
The start and finish location is Edenbridge Cricket Club in Kent. Parking is not available at the venue, but paid parking is offered nearby, with free options at Market Yard Car Park or Edenbridge Town Railway Station. Entry fees include all food and drink provided by the organizers.
Participants are given a detailed written route description with turn-by-turn instructions. A GPX file for each route is also provided. There are five checkpoints on the 50 km route and two on the 25 km route, where participants must get their checkpoint card validated. Food, drink, and some toilet facilities are available at checkpoints.
At the finish, hot food, tea, coffee, and showering facilities are provided. Certificates are awarded to those who complete their full distance on foot and have their checkpoint card validated. A special certificate is available for those who have completed ten or more 50 km Gatliff Marathons. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.