Important update: The minibus pick-up time at Dover Asda for our Goodnestone Park trip on Wednesday 30th July has now been changed from 10:00am to 10:30am.

Announcing ‘Buxton Movers’ - a free 12-week 'couch to 5K' programme

Support your mental wellbeing through movement with a friendly, coached running group in Folkestone.

Posted on Friday, June 6, 2025

South Kent Mind have partnered with Buxton Water and Folkestone Running & Athletics Club to deliver a free 12-week 'Couch to 5km' running programme to support people who wish to get into running.

‘Buxton Movers’ is aimed at those who want to improve their mental wellbeing through being physically active in a supportive and friendly group led by qualified local coaches from Folkestone Running & Athletics Club. Whether your aim is to reduce stress, improve your mood, run a 5km for the first time, or meet new people, we would love you to join!

Starting Monday 30th June, and continuing every Monday until 15th September, 6:00-7:00pm, meeting in front of The Grand Hotel at the top of The Leas in Folkestone.

If you would like to join, please get in touch by emailing [email protected].