The best running trails around Folkestone

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Running around Folkestone is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Folkestone—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Sandgate Castle 1539 loop from Folkestone Central	Expert 01:44 16.1km
Sandgate Castle 1539 loop from East Cliff	Intermediate 01:06 10.2km
Mermaid Beach loop from Foord	Intermediate 00:37 5.88km
Sandgate Castle 1539 – Dymchurch Redoubt loop from Folkestone Central	Expert 02:49 26.6km

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Sandgate Castle 1539 loop from Folkestone Central
01:44
16.1km
6:27/km
80m
80m
Expert
333
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sandgate Castle 1539 loop from East Cliff
01:06
10.2km
6:26/km
70m
70m
Intermediate
137
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Mermaid Beach loop from Foord
00:37
5.88km
6:15/km
40m
50m
Intermediate
55
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sandgate Castle 1539 – Dymchurch Redoubt loop from Folkestone Central
02:49
26.6km
6:22/km
80m
80m
Expert
34
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.