Brett Lydd Half Marathon & 20 Mile

The Brett Lydd Half Marathon & 20 Mile, set on the vast Kent marshes in the Folkestone and Hythe district, offers a half marathon and a 20-mile (32.2 km) race and has long been a favourite with runners preparing for a spring marathon. It takes place on 4 April 2027, with both distances starting together at 9am on a pancake-flat course along the quiet country roads around the historic town of Lydd.

With generous PB potential and minimal elevation gain, it is an ideal setting to fine-tune pacing, hydration and nutrition strategies ahead of longer events. The calm, supportive race-day atmosphere welcomes runners of all abilities. Organised with precision and passion, the event includes bespoke medals, free race photos and prizes for the leading runners. Entries also support the Rising Sun Domestic Violence & Abuse Service, so every stride contributes to a vital cause.