Time to get ready for flying feet and join us in which is sure to be a unique running adventure. Ever fancied running down an airport runway? Wondered what it would be like to have an aid station in a control tower? Ponder no more as we bring you the Runway at Manston Airport.
Manston Airport has one of the longest runways in the UK and is steeped in history dating back to WW1, you'll be able to experience a challenge event like no other.
Course details
The course will start on a trail path around the perimeter of the airport, culminating in a 2752 metres of runway. Plan A will be a 6.55 mile loop, meaning 1 loop for a slightly long 10k, 2 loops for a half marathon, 4 loops for a marathon, and 5 or more for an ultra.
This event is a 8hr challenge event so run/walk or crawl as few or as many laps as you like within the time limit. One lap and you are a finisher or continue on for as long as you can.
Date :- Saturday 21st June 2025
Start :- 9.00am
Location :-Manston Airport
Manston Rd
Ramsgate
CT12 5BQ
Entry :- £49.95
Course :-TBC
Event :-8 hour Challenge event
Changes :- The cut off date for requests to change entries will be 14th of June 2025
What do I get?
You will receive,
1) A really special finishers medal, custom made and designed, not a generic one
2) A yummy goody packed, packed with post race snacks.
3) A well stocked base camp situated in the control tower.with plenty of nibbles and refreshments for during and post race replenishment.
Where do I park?
There is ample parking, close to the registration area. There will be a small charge (cash) to be confirmed closer to the time which will all be donated to a charity or local community group to be decided by the guys at Manston.
When do I get my race number?
You'll pick this up on race day morning from the race registration building.
Are there time limits?
Yes, eight hours to complete as many laps as you like.
How are laps counted?
we'll be dishing out lap counting cards. Attach this to yourself with a safety pin or cable tie above waist height. At the end of each loop get this punched through by one of the hole puncher people.
Do you have secure baggage facilities
No. But you're free to leave bags at the start. There will always be someone around but we can't guarantee their security.
Can I leave my own drinks/food at the Base camp?
Yes no problem at all, however we encourage you to leave these at your bag or car to save space at the aid station.
Trail shoes? Road Shoes?
Road shoes.
Is the course closed to the public?
Yes! We will have exclusive use of the runway, registration building and control tower. The only visitors we may have are helicopters who will take off and land in designated areas.
Supporters are more than welcome to pop along but will have to pay parking the same as the runners.
What on course facilities do you provide?
Water, squash, nibbles, starter, timekeeper and encouragement every lap! Base station will be well stocked for all runners.
Are there any facilities at the start/finish area?
There are toilets at the registration area and at the control tower (aid station).
Can I use an ipod or mp3 player on the course?
Yes. Though please be aware of your surroundings and other runners/spectators we are 99.9% sure no planes are scheduled to be landing that day ;)