Whitstable & Herne Bay Half Marathon MoRun
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Event overview
The Whitstable & Herne Bay MoRun is a chip-timed running event at Hampton Pier Recreation Ground, Herne Bay, CT6 8EJ. Distances on offer include:
- 1.5 km (Mini MoRun, chip timed)
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon
The event supports Movember and raises awareness and funds for men’s health causes including prostate and testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Finishers receive a medal and a MoRunning headband. There are additional prizes for categories such as best dressed and fastest Mo.
Course and logistics
The route is predominantly a hard surface along the seafront with a grass village hub. The course is dog friendly and generally suitable for buggies, though some sections are narrow. Runners should stay on the left unless directed by marshals. The 5k turns at 2.5 km, the 10k turns at 5 km, and the half marathon includes a 1.1 km section before repeating the 10k out-and-back twice. Water is available and sweets are provided at the finish. Toilets, bag storage (limited space), and registration are located at the event hub. Parking is available nearby with a free public car park on Swalecliffe Avenue limited to about 200 spaces; Herne Bay railway station is a short walk away. Results are published using gun time with net time also provided. Cut-off times are typically 2 hours for 5k/10k and 3 hours for half marathons. Entries close 24 October 2025 unless sold out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.