The Medway Mile 2026

Fri, Jul 17, 2026
United Kingdom
Gillingham
100% asphalt
0–934
medway-sport.eventize.co.uk
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Road runs in United Kingdom, Gillingham

Distances

Running
Mass Medway Mile
1.6 km
Start: 01:00 AM
Running
Children's and Family Fun Races
1 km
Running
Children's and Family Fun Races
Start: Jul 15, 10:00 PM

About

A free community mass-participation mile held at Medway Park in celebration of sport and physical activity in Gillingham, with family fun runs, mascot races, and partner taster sessions.

Catering & aid stations

On-site catering outlets include ScoffnSip, Jerk Shack, The bar of Chocolate, Cafe 4 U, and Street Fusion. Water and food stations are available along the course.

Pacers

Pacers will lead the timed Mass Medway Mile with target splits displayed by start wave. Pacers aim to help runners achieve their chosen target times; details are provided on the event day programme and via race signage.

Results

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Surface mix

100% asphalt

Typical weather in Gillingham

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan7°3°

↑ 07:58

↓ 16:18

Feb8°3°

↑ 07:14

↓ 17:12

Mar10°4°

↑ 06:12

↓ 18:03

Apr13°6°

↑ 06:02

↓ 19:54

May16°9°

↑ 05:07

↓ 20:43

Jun20°12°

↑ 04:41

↓ 21:17

Jul22°14°

↑ 05:00

↓ 21:09

Aug21°14°

↑ 05:45

↓ 20:21

Sep19°12°

↑ 06:34

↓ 19:14

Oct15°10°

↑ 07:23

↓ 18:06

Nov11°6°

↑ 07:17

↓ 16:10

Dec8°4°

↑ 07:58

↓ 15:50

Weather data by Open-Meteo

What's included in entry

Mass Medway Mile timed race
Children’s and Family Fun Races

On-site catering
Route maps and course

FAQ

Who is the Mass Medway Mile for?

The timed Mass Medway Mile is for adult runners (16+) and is run in partnership with Medway and Maidstone Athletics Club. The Children’s and Family Fun Races are for younger participants and all abilities.

Do I need to pre-book for the Mass Medway Mile?

Entry to the Mass Medway Mile is free on the day; no pre-booking is required. For the timed races, turn up on the day at the designated start time.

What facilities are available at Medway Park?

Medway Park offers multiple courses finishing within the athletics track, toilet and catering facilities, as well as free family fun activities and entertainment.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 08:11:19 PM