Embrace Ultra
Triple Trail Races
Next Race: 18/09/2027
Loddington Farm, Loddington Lane, Linton, Kent, ME17 4AG
SATURDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2027
TRIPLE TRAIL
RACES 2027
Three distances. One big trail weekend.
25KM • 50KM • 100KM
Loddington Farm, Kent
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3× GOLD AWARD WINNER |
14–18 HRS LONG CUT-OFFS |
UTMB/ITRA INDEX & POINTS |
CAMPING AVAILABLE |
ENTRIES NOW OPEN
Limited early bird places until 31-12-2026
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100KM ROUTE ~1,900M GAIN 06:00 START |
50KM ROUTE ~1,100M GAIN 09:00 START |
25KM ROUTE ~450M GAIN 10:00 START |
Three iconic trails. One weekend.
Three iconic long-distance trails. Some of the finest trails in the South of England. One weekend bringing them all together.
Triple Trail Races returns for its fourth edition in 2027, inviting runners and walkers to discover the very best of the Garden of England. Taking in the North Downs Way, Greensand Way and Weald Way, Triple Trail brings together miles of outstanding countryside, ancient woodland, rolling hills, orchards, sweeping views and historic landmarks including Leeds Castle, Kits Coty Megalithic Stones and the Cobham Mausoleum.
At the heart of the event is our flagship 100km – a truly epic single, continuous loop connecting all three trails. Alongside it, our stunning point-to-point 50km and beautiful 25km offer their own challenges, whether you’re chasing a personal best, stepping up to a new distance or taking on a long-distance walk.
Every distance finishes at Loddington Farm, where the race village, friends, family and fellow participants come together to celebrate. With Friday evening’s Triple Trailfest and on-site camping, there’s every reason to make a weekend of it.
Proudly recognised as a three-time Racecheck Gold Star Award-winning race, Triple Trail has built its reputation on the experience it delivers, from the front of the field to the final finisher.
Three different challenges. One shared finish line.
What’s new for 2027?
We’re continuing to build on what makes the Triple Trail special, with improvements designed to make the experience even better for participants and supporters.
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New 25km Start Venue The 25km moves to White Horse Wood Country Park, |
Earlier Start Time The 25km now starts at 10:00am, giving more daylight hours |
Free Friday Trailfest Triple Trailfest returns on Friday evening and free to attend. |
Free access to Triple Trailfest excludes camping, which can be purchased separately.
Choose your distance
Three routes, one finish line at Loddington Farm. Each race card has its own key details, then expandable boxes for registration, checkpoints, kit and more.
Included in your entry
Great trails. Great support. A finish worth celebrating.
- Fully marked race routes
- Well-stocked checkpoints with food, drinks and first-aid provision
- Live race timing for participants and supporters
- Finisher’s medal for those completing within the official cut-offs
- Hot food during the race and at the finish
- Access to the race village and facilities
- Free professional event photography
- Free parking at Race HQ
- Awards for the first three male and female finishers in each race
- Free entry to Friday evening’s Triple Trailfest
Race HQ at Loddington Farm
An epic finish line awaits. Every participant arrives at Loddington Farm with a different story: a first 25km, a first ultramarathon, a hard-earned personal best, or a hundred kilometres that took everything you had.
Our countryside race village is the heart of the Triple Trail weekend, bringing together runners, walkers, volunteers, supporters and friends from across all three distances. From the first finishers arriving in the afternoon to those crossing the line after dark, it’s a place to celebrate, recover and cheer on everyone still making their way home.
What’s at the race village?
- Finish-line celebrations throughout the day and evening
- Food and drink vendors
- Licensed bar and music
- Chill-out and recovery area
- Toilets and changing facilities
- On-site camping (paid separately)
- A welcoming atmosphere for friends, family and supporters
However far you’ve travelled, there’s a place for you at the finish.
NO DOGS AT LODDINGTON FARM
Dogs and other animals are not allowed anywhere at Loddington Farm, including the race village, finish line and campsite. They are also not permitted at checkpoints or race start.
Facilities at Race HQ
Loddington Farm provides toilets, changing facilities and space to relax after your race. Food and drink vendors will be available throughout the weekend, alongside the race village and licensed bar.
Bag storage
Bag storage is available at Race HQ for participants. Bags should be labelled using the tags provided at registration. Items are left at the owner’s risk.
Free parking
Free parking is available at Race HQ.
FRIDAY 17 SEPTEMBER 2027 • LODDINGTON FARM
Triple Trailfest – the weekend starts here
Triple Trail has always been about more than crossing a finish line. It’s about the people you meet, the stories you share and the community that keeps bringing us back to the trails.
On Friday evening, expect:
- Music
- Inspiring guest speakers
- Food and drink
- A children’s race
- A range of activities for runners, friends and families
Whether you’re racing on Saturday, supporting someone who is or simply want an evening with the trail-running community, everyone is welcome. A full evening programme, including timings and guest speakers, will be announced closer to race day.
Admission (without camping) is FREE but must be booked in advance.
Camping at Loddington Farm
Stay over and experience the full Triple Trail weekend. Camping puts you right at the heart of the event, just a short stroll from the race village and finish line. Arrive on Friday, settle in and enjoy Triple Trailfest before Saturday’s races get underway. Whether you’re taking part, supporting a friend or bringing the family, it’s an easy way to experience the whole weekend.
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£15 FRIDAY NIGHT per pitch |
£20 FULL WEEKEND Friday–Sunday, per pitch |
PITCH RULES
Prices are per tent or campervan, not per person, with a maximum of six occupants per pitch, including children. No dogs allowed. Triple Trailfest admission is included for camping occupants.
What’s included
- Toilets, changing facilities and a basic water point
- Flat, grassed camping area
- Easy access to food vendors and the race village
- Saturday’s finish-line celebrations, bar and music
- Triple Trailfest admission
Campsite access times
| OPTION | ARRIVAL | DEPARTURE |
|---|---|---|
| Friday night | Friday 16:00 | Saturday 10:00 |
| Saturday night | Saturday 05:00 | Sunday 11:00 |
| Full weekend | Friday 16:00 | Sunday 11:00 |
Campervans are welcome. However, in the event of poor weather leading up to the race, the campsite may be restricted to car parking and tent camping only.
Event rules
Fair racing. Safe participation. Respect for the trails. Our rules protect participants, volunteers, other trail users and the countryside we travel through. All entrants must read and agree to the official event rules before participating.
Entry, bibs & withdrawal
- Age requirement. All participants must be 20 years or older on race day, Saturday 18 September 2027
- Race bibs. Must be worn on the front of the body and remain clearly visible throughout the event. Bibs must not be altered, transferred or tampered with
- Overall race cut-off. All participants must finish by midnight on Saturday 18 September 2027. Participants finishing after the official deadline will not receive an official finish time or qualify for a finisher’s medal. Anyone remaining on the course beyond the cut-off must follow the event team’s instructions regarding withdrawal
- Withdrawal. Anyone choosing to withdraw must notify the Race Director using the provided contact details. Race bibs must be returned to the nearest checkpoint or Race HQ as instructed
- Medical assistance. Participants requiring medical assistance must contact the emergency number provided by the event
- Medical withdrawal. Event staff and medical personnel may withdraw a participant where continuing is considered unsafe
On the course
- Follow the marked route. Participants must remain on the official marked course. Deliberate shortcuts or deviations will result in disqualification
- Checkpoints. Participants must check in at every required checkpoint. Missing a checkpoint will result in disqualification
- Checkpoint cut-offs. Mandatory cut-offs are strictly enforced. Participants who fail to depart a checkpoint before its published mandatory cut-off will not be permitted to continue
- On foot only. The event must be completed on foot. Using any form of transport, including bicycles or vehicles, will result in disqualification
- Road crossings. Routes include road crossings that may not be marshalled. Participants are responsible for crossing safely and complying with road traffic requirements
- Crew support. Crewing is permitted only at officially designated locations. Support outside these areas is prohibited
- Pacers (100km only). Pacers must be registered, wear an official pacer bib and join only at CP4, CP5, CP7 or CP8
Respect for the trails
- Trail etiquette. Please respect other trail users, including walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Give way where appropriate and avoid obstructing public paths
- No littering. Triple Trail operates a zero-tolerance approach to littering. Deliberate littering will result in immediate disqualification
- Dogs and other animals. Dogs and other animals are not permitted to accompany participants on the course, or to attend the finish line or checkpoints in the care of supporters or crew members
- Leave no trace. Participants must respect the environment, remain on designated paths and avoid damaging vegetation, disturbing wildlife or leaving waste behind
Good to know
Select a section below to read the details.
Race accreditation & permit
Triple Trail Races 2027 is held under a Trail Running Association (TRA) permit, in accordance with applicable England Athletics rules.
TRA permit number: [PERMIT NUMBER TO BE ADDED ONCE ISSUED]
The event’s confirmed race accreditation includes:
| RACE | ACCREDITATION |
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| 100km | UTMB 100km Index race and 4 ITRA points |
| 50km | UTMB 50km Index race and 2 ITRA points |
| 25km | UTMB 20km Index race |
Weather contingency
Participant safety comes first. In the event of extreme weather or unsafe conditions, the Race Director may modify the course, delay the start, suspend the race or postpone the event. Decisions will be communicated as early as reasonably possible through official event channels.
Camping arrangements may also be restricted or cancelled if ground conditions make the campsite unsuitable.
Shared trails
The routes follow public footpaths and trails that remain open to other users. Please be considerate of walkers, cyclists, horse riders and local residents, and give way where necessary.
Refunds, transfers & deferrals
THE SHORT VERSION
Entries are 70% refundable up to 28 days before the event. You can also transfer or defer your place up to the same deadline.
Refunds
- 70% refundable up to 28 days before the event date
- No refunds after that, apart from our pregnancy, postpartum and adoption policy (see below)
- Original entries only – transferred or deferred entries are non-refundable
- Third-party booking and processing fees are not refundable
- How to request – email us in writing at info@embraceultra.co.uk
Transfer your place
Can’t make it? You can pass your place to another runner up to 28 days before the event.
- The original runner completes the transfer using the link in their booking confirmation email
- Both runners are responsible for making sure the transfer is completed correctly, that the new runner’s registration details are accurate, and that they agree to the event terms
- Transfers aren’t possible after the 28-day deadline
Defer to another event
Prefer to run another time? You can defer up to 28 days before the event.
- One deferral only, to any Embrace Ultra event within 12 months of your original event date, subject to availability
- Higher entry fee? You’ll pay the difference before your deferral is confirmed
- Lower entry fee? No refund of the difference
- Once confirmed, deferred entries are non-refundable and non-transferable
- No deferrals after the 28-day deadline, apart from our pregnancy, postpartum and adoption policy
PREGNANCY, POSTPARTUM & ADOPTION
If you can’t take part due to pregnancy, postpartum recovery or adoption, you can choose either a 100% refund of your entry fee, or a deferral for up to 24 months from the original event date to any Embrace Ultra event, subject to availability. Both are free of charge. Once an entry has been deferred under this policy, it becomes non-refundable and non-transferable.
Course records
Select a distance to see the current course records.
100km
| CATEGORY | RECORD HOLDER | TIME |
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| Male | Joshua Woods | 08:45:03 |
| Female | Laura Nevill | 10:51:49 |
50km (Current Route)
| CATEGORY | RECORD HOLDER | TIME |
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| Male | Richard Vaughan | 04:58:35 |
| Female | Charlotte Johnston | 04:35:04 |
50km (Original 2025 Route)
| CATEGORY | RECORD HOLDER | TIME |
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| Male | Pierre Meslet | 04:22:15 |
| Female | Sammy Black | 05:59:55 |
25km
| CATEGORY | RECORD HOLDER | TIME |
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| Male | Kevin Butters | 02:11:32 |
| Female | Beth Rose | 02:37:06 |
SATURDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2027
READY TO TAKE ON TRIPLE TRAIL?
Some challenges are about running faster. Others are about going further, discovering somewhere new or finding out what you’re capable of. Whatever brings you to the start line, Triple Trail offers the chance to experience some of the finest trails in the South of England, supported by a community that celebrates every finish.
25KM • 50KM • 100KM
LIMITED EARLY BIRD PLACES
Organised by Embrace Ultra Ltd. Held under a Trail Running Association (TRA) permit, in accordance with applicable England Athletics rules.
Location
Directions
Venue Address
Loddington Farm
Loddington Lane, Linton, Kent, ME17 4AG
Travel Directions
By Car
From London:
- Take the M20 motorway towards Maidstone.
- Exit at Junction 8, signposted for Leeds Castle.
- Follow the B2163 through Leeds and Langley.
- Continue on the B2163 towards Chart Sutton and Boughton Monchelsea.
- Turn left onto Loddington Lane after passing Boughton Monchelsea Primary School.
- Loddington Farm is approximately 0.25 miles on the left.
From Maidstone:
- Head south on the A229 towards Hastings.
- At the Linton crossroads (Shell garage on the right), turn left onto B2163.
- After 0.5 miles, turn right onto Loddington Lane.
- Loddington Farm is approximately 0.25 miles on the left.
By Train
The nearest train stations are:
- Maidstone East Station (5 miles away)
- Maidstone West Station (5 miles away)
Trains run regularly from London Victoria and other major hubs. From the station, taxis are available to Loddington Farm.
By Bus
Local bus services are available from Maidstone Town Centre:
- Take Arriva Bus Route 89 towards Coxheath.
- Disembark at the Loddington Lane stop in Boughton Monchelsea.
- From the bus stop, it is an 11-minute walk to Loddington Farm.
By Plane
From London Gatwick Airport:
- Take a train to Tonbridge Station, then transfer to a Southeastern train to Maidstone West Station.
- From Maidstone West, take a taxi or bus to Loddington Farm.
From London Heathrow Airport:
- Take the Heathrow Express to London Paddington Station, then the London Underground Circle Line to Victoria Station.
- From London Victoria, take a Southeastern train to Maidstone East Station, then continue by taxi or bus.
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