Llanelli 5k 2024
Llanelli 5k
£15.99 Aged 16 and over | £11.00 Children, under 6s free
Minimum fundraising target: £50
Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.
About the 5k event
The 5k is an achievable distance and a good first challenge for most people. At just over 3 miles it can take about an hour to walk on average, but there's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Go at your own pace to help fund life-saving cancer research.
Join forces or go solo
Warm up with other Race for Lifers
Supporters and spectators welcome
Soak up the atmosphere
Your entry fee covers the cost of your event, but your fundraising helps us save and improve lives. Join the celebration, join the family, and join the thousands helping to raise the money we need to power Cancer Research UK’s biggest discoveries.
Event details
The start and finish line is in the amphitheatre of Festival Fields.
If using what3words, enter ///drag.down.desks in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
Pedestrians: If you are walking to the event, the event site can be located within festival fields car park and the water park. Please stick to the main path and head towards the amphitheatre.
General Event Parking: Car parking is available at this venue. Please head to, Festival Fields Car Park, Llanelli SA15 4DP and listen to the stewards and signage on the day. This is approx 100m from event site.
Blue Badge Parking: Blue badge parking is available at the event. Please head to, Festival Fields Car Park, Llanelli SA15 4DP and listen to the stewards and signage on the day. This is approx 100m from event site.
Volunteer Parking: Volunteer parking is available at the event. Please head to, Festival Fields Car Park, Llanelli SA15 4DP and listen to the stewards and signage on the day. This is approx 100m from event site.
Drop Offs: Drop off's can be available within festival fields car park. Please listen and make the stewards aware.
Public Transport:-
Bus: Unfortunately there are no busses running on Sunday.
Train: The closest train station is Llanelli Train station, which is 1.6miles away, approx 35min walk.
Electric Charging points: The closest car charging area is, Crown Parade, Bridge St, Llanelli SA15 3LG, this is 1.2 miles away from the event site, approx 30min walk.
Cycling & Bike Racks: There is no nearby bike racks near the event site.
Accessibility description: The event site is on firm grass and is unlikely to be affected by bad weather, it is surrounded by tarmac also. The majority of the course is on hardstanding with a steep slope of 30% and on some grass. This course is accessible for wheelchair users with assistance due to the steep hill and the small section of the course being on grass which can be affected by poor weather. The whole 5k course has a total ascent of 26m.
If you require any further information on the accessibility of a Race for Life event, or wish to bring a carer/assistant to accompany you or if you need to bring a guide runner, please contact our Supporter Hotline on 0300 123 0770 and press 1 when prompted (Opening hours are 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday) or email us at raceforlife@cancer.org.uk
Bring a water bottle
We’re trying to reduce single-use plastic at Race for Life. Please bring your own reusable water bottle, already filled. We'll provide an ecofriendly water-refill station at the finish that uses as little single-use plastic as possible.
Have the right kit
It’s a good idea to check the weather before your event and dress accordingly. Think breathable sports gear (leggings and shorts are ideal) and well-fitting trainers. For Pretty Muddy, wear something you don’t mind getting dirty.
Check out the latest range of Race for Life clothing and accessories in our online shop.
Be sun smart
Stay sun safe by finding shade when you’re not on the course and covering up with clothes, a hat and sunglasses. On parts you can’t cover, use sunscreen with at least SPF15 and a 4 or 5 star rating. Find out more about being sun smart.
Your back sign and race number
Remember to bring your back sign and Race number which will be sent to you in the post – don’t forget safety pins so you can attach them to you.