Folkestone Rotary Half Marathon

The Rotary Club of Folkestone this year, under the guidance of Ray Johnson, an experienced Marathon runner, together with the assistance of The Folkestone Running Club will continue this successful event. This event allows runners to raise money for Rotary and other chosen charities. Details and application forms available on the Folkestone Rotary Club website Folkestone Rotary Club website
It is possible to register and pay online via www.runnersworld.co.uk/events .
The event will be held on Sunday 28th September 2008 at 10:00am. The course is 13.1 miles from The Leas in Folkestone, through the town near the Harbour on to the Promenade to Hythe and back, returning up the Road of Remembrance hill and finishing along the Leas. A permit has been applied for and there will be various prizes for 1st team, and 1st Male and Female runners within various age categories. The winner will receive £100.00 sponsored by Independent Insurance Services.
The entry fee is £12.00 (affiliated) and £14.00 un-affiliated or, after 24 September and on the day, £14.00 & £16.00 respectively.
Ray Johnson, Race Director comments:
“This is an exciting project which will encourage people to come to Shepway, enjoy facilities and a mainly Seafront run and will assist Rotary with local and International Charitable concerns. The club will encourage participants to run for their chosen charity. A fantastic success last year with over 730 runners and tremendous support from the crowds, there was 100% positive comment sent to 'Runners World'. I am most pleased with the support we have had from various sponsors, including Independent Insurance Services, Channel Moving, Medash Signs & Water for Work.
Also, the assistance and cooperation of Folkestone AC, Shepway District Council and the local police is appreciated. As with other events organised by the Rotary Club, this is an excellent opportunity to raise monies for a chosen registered charity”.