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Join us for a Race for Life 5k event

 

JOIN US FOR A RACE FOR LIFE 5K

 

Everyone has a reason to Race for Life. Together we will beat cancer.

  • The original and most popular Race for Life event, the 5k is an entry level distance and an achievable first challenge for most abilities.

  • The 5k is just over 3 miles and can take about an hour to complete on average, but there's no pressure to finish in a certain time. 

  • Run, walk or jog at your own pace to fund life-saving cancer research.

FIND A 5K EVENT NEAR YOU

Join people of all ages and abilities at your local Race for Life. Search our range of events taking place up and down the country this summer. 

WE'RE WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

Fundraising support

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We'll send you plenty of fundraising materials, ideas and top tips for you to get inspired and hit your £50 fundraising target.

Preparing for your 5k event

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Choose a training plan to help you get Race for Life ready. You could even use Strava or Fitbit to track your run, walk or jog. 

Facebook community support

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Once you've signed up, you'll get access to the Super Supporters Facebook group. Hear from others and get motivated!

 

     

5 kilometres is just over 3 miles and on average takes around an hour to complete dependant on ability.
 

Our courses are measured using measuring wheels by our team of experienced Event Managers. Measuring wheels are the most accurate way of measuring course distances as they are not impacted by surrounding buildings or terrain, this is why the distance may be different from Garmin, Strava, Apple Watch & Fitbit technology.
 

FIND THE RIGHT EVENT FOR YOU

Don't fancy a 5k event? Check out our range of Race for Life events and find one that suits you.