Events > Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge

About the challenge

The 50km looped route heads anticlockwise on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill, following the River Medway to Mote Park at halfway for a picnic. Along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, and the North Downs Way back to the showground finish line.

Choose to walk, jog or run and select from the full challenge (50km), half challenge, or a 10km route!

Date:  Saturday 10th October, 2026

Location:  Maidstone

Registration fee:  Starting from £20

Fundraising pledge:  Starting from £100

Fundraising options

Charity sponsorship

Pay a smaller registration fee & do lots of fundraising for Bliss (we cover your event place cost).

  • 50km: Registration fee: £40 - Fundraising target: £375
  • 25km: Registration fee: £30 - Fundraising target: £275
  • 10km: Registration fee: £20 - Fundraising target: £100

Mixed fundraising

Pay a higher registration fee to cover part of the cost of your place, and fundraise to a slightly lower target.

  • 50km: Registration fee: £75 - Fundraising target: £225
  • 25km: Registration fee: £50 - Fundraising target: £150
  • 10km: Registration fee: £22.50 - Fundraising target: £70

Join Team Bliss and you'll receive:

  • On the day facilities: You'll receive food and drink at rest stops throughout the event, access to medics, massage, pace walkers and camping options - plus a medal and glass of bubbly to celebrate at the finish line.
  • Support: You will receive pre-event support from our friendly events team as well as comprehensive support and training details from the event organiser, Ultra Challenges.
  • Community: You'll be invited to join an online group to connect with other Team Bliss challenge event fundraisers to share stories, training and fundraising tips.
  • A Bliss t-shirt: You'll get your own Bliss top to wear on the day.

Any questions?

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Please note this event is organised by Ultra Challenge. Find out more on the Ultra Challenge website.