Kent Christmas Cracker
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Event overview
The Kent Christmas Cracker is scheduled for 21 December 2025 at Betteshanger Park, Sandwich Road, Deal CT14 0BF, Kent. The event offers three distances: a 5 mile race, a 2 mile fun run and a Junior run. Advance entry prices are listed between £7 and £22. The event raises funds for Shelter, a UK charity that supports people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Course, entries and logistics
The course is described as flat, tarmac and traffic-free within Betteshanger Country Park. Route formats:
- 5 mile: Two full clockwise laps
- 2 mile fun run: One big loop
- Junior run: 1 km out and back
Race HQ will be located on the tarmac cycle circuit. The park has on-site parking for entrants; a charge applies for the car park. The closest railway stations are Deal and Sandwich; attendees will need a taxi or a cycle from those stations. Entrant age limits shown in event information include 15 and over for the 5 mile and 9 and over for the 2 mile fun run. Included with entry are a bespoke medal, free photographs and trophies and prizes for leading runners. Detailed route maps and GPX files are available for download. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
