It’s the big one, the one they’re all talking about…it’s LONDON MARATHON WEEKEND 2026! Folkestone’s supporters Madison, Lauren and Nicole out in full force cheering on this year’s London Marathon participants A HOT day that saw nearly 60,000 participants take to the country’s capital (from 1m+ ballot applications), an upsurge in women and young people … Continue reading London Calling!
Month: April 2026
I've been looking forward to writing this one, and off the top of my head I can think of 26.2 reasons why... And since writing that line, the reasons have gone up to 42.2... But before we get into the latest news on marathon season, lets focus on our beloved Saturday morning 5ks, where no … Continue reading FR&AC Race Reports: 13th – 19th April
On Sunday many runners headed along the South coast to take part in the Brighton Marathon. With a strong headwind making it tough going for the runners, the first runner back for Folkestone Running and Athletic Club was Henry Axon in a time of 2:55:08. Next back for the club was Jase O’Callaghan in 3:57:58 … Continue reading Marathon Season Begins
This special edition of our Race Report focuses on our biggest race of the year, the Folkestone 10 – in its 42nd iteration! It’s the trademark event for our club with all our members invited to support its success. All volunteer-run, the 10 couldn’t take place without the dedication, teamwork and positive spirit of everyone … Continue reading What a Good Friday to run!