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Running the England Coast Path

A fast paced running and sightseeing holiday on the King Charles III England Coast Path and North Downs Way

South East England

7

78 miles

Running the England Coast Path
OVERVIEW

About this

bespoke

trip

When two active friends approached us wanting to run, rather than walk, part of the newly inaugurated King Charles III England Coast Path, we leapt at the chance to build a custom itinerary. They wanted to explore sections of the trail in southern England, combining the journey with local sightseeing and the chance to relax on the beach.


Walk Your Way designed an itinerary so that these runners could jog four sections of the trail between Folkestone and Whitstable on the Kent coast. They also enjoyed two inland sections, enabling them to explore the city of Canterbury and to run a section of the North Downs Way. They covered a total distance of 78 miles almost entirely on well-made and very runnable coastal trails or promenade.


Daily distances allowed plenty of opportunities for sightseeing on the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, a visit to impressive Dover Castle and time to explore the beaches, bays and harbours on the East Kent Coast, including Ramsgate, Broadstairs and Margate. 


Walk Your Way arranged all accommodation, baggage transfer and digital mapping for this trip. We provided a detailed trip information pack containing suggestions for sightseeing and leisure activities, along with personalised support from the Walk Your Way team.

Unique

features

of this trip

Every Walk Your Way itinerary is tailored to the people taking part. These are some of the unique features that make this particular adventure memorable and different from a standard walking holiday.

Mix & Match Trails

Mix & Match Trails

Mix and match National Trails - this trip includes sections of the Coast Path and North Downs Way

Quirky, Independent Stays

Quirky, Independent Stays

Local, independently operated accommodation used throughout, built around these runners’ preference for centrally located ‘quirky’ accommodation

Built Around Their Pace

Built Around Their Pace

Bespoke arrangements built around these clients’ exact needs, combining daily runs with down time for sightseeing and leisure

Bring Your Friends

Bring your friends. This trip can easily accommodate larger groups of friends, family or running clubs

Explore More of the Coast

Extend your trip. Additional days can be added to explore more of the Coast Path, especially the section between Folkestone and Rye, transitioning from chalk cliffs to shingle beaches

Set a Comfortable Pace

Adjust the pace. This trip could be extended (or daily distances altered) to enable completion at a comfortable walking pace

How you could

customise

this trip

Every Walk Your Way trip is designed to be flexible, so the example itinerary is only a starting point. You can adjust the pace, trip length, accommodation, dates and level of support to create a version that suits you.

Whether you want to add extra sightseeing, travel with a larger group, upgrade your accommodation or simply take things at a slower pace, we can tailor the trip around your priorities.

How much

this

 trip

costs

All our trips are priced on demand taking account of your needs and the current cost of accommodation and other services, which often vary by time of the year and day of the week. We don’t charge single supplements!

To recreate this itinerary would typically cost around

£1125

per person based on two sharing

If you have a specific budget in mind let us know and we can build a trip that falls within your budget.

Highlights

of this trip

Highlights

of this trip

WHY CHOOSE

walk

your

way

More than a walking holiday – we create personal adventures and support every step of the way.

Expertise and trail knowledge

We’ve walked these paths. We recce the trails and know the best routes and places to stay along the way.

Flexible for every traveller

Solo adventurers, couples, families or groups – we tailor your trip to suit your needs, with as much or as little flexibility as you like.

Care in every detail

We put the same care and attention into your trip as we would our own – so you can relax and enjoy every moment.

Book with confidence

Your trip is financially protected under the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations.

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