London - Finsbury Park 5k 2024
London - Finsbury Park 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 lines are on Finsbury Parks western side, next to the Netball Courts and opposite Finsbury Park Cafe.
If using what3words, enter ///shall.kind.agenda in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
Pedestrians: Please access the Main Event Site via any of the park entrances and head towards the Netball Courts and Finsbury Park Cafe on the western side of the park.
General Event Parking: There is no parking for this event, please use Public Transport.
Blue Badge Parking: Please use the Hornsey Gate Entrance to access the Park. A Steward will ask to see your Blue Badge and direct you to the parking bays nearest to the main event site.
Drop Offs: There are no designated drop off points due to the nature of this venue.
Bus: Local Bus Service to Finsbury Park Hornsey Gate is Bus Number W5. Local Bus Service to Finsbury Park, Blackstock Road (Stop L) is bus numbers 29 & 253.
Train: The nearest Train Station to Finsbury Park is Finsbury Park Station.
Electric Charging Points: Source London Charging Station, 85 Upper Tollington Park, N4 4LS (0.3 Miles to Finsbury Park). BP Pulse Charging Station, Wilberforce Rd (0.2 Miles to Finsbury Park).
Cycling & Bike Racks: Bike Racks available within Finsbury Park - Approx. 6-9 Spaces
This event is suitable for wheelchairs users with assistance, the course is on pathways throughout but does includes some inclines and declines.
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.
If you feel you might need extra help at the event please do pick up a badge at the Blue Enquires Marquee so that our crew and volunteers can look out for you and check you are OK.
Our team of Event Managers are proud to be Dementia Friends.
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.