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Liverpool - Aintree 5k 2023

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Liverpool - Aintree 5k
Sunday 18 Jun 2023

£15.99 Adults | £11.00 Children | Under 6s Free

Minimum fundraising target: £50

Date: Sunday 18 Jun 2023

Time: 11:00

Venue: Aintree Racecourse

Everyone has a reason to Race for Life. Enter now and raise money for life-saving research. Together we will beat cancer.

About the 5k event

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The original and most popular Race for Life event, the 5k is an entry-level distance and an achievable first challenge for most. At just over 3 miles it can take about an hour to complete on average, but there's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Walk, jog, run or make your way around the course however suits you to fund life-saving research.

Location

Venue: Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Liverpool, L9 5AS View map

Course information

Please remember to bring your own water bottle already filled as there will be no bottled water provided at events. ScottishPower water refill stations will be available to use.

The 5k route is a single lap that takes in the hugely famous Aintree Racecourse. The terrain is a mixture of soft sand, grass, gravelled and tarmacked pathways. It's a great venue, and a fantastic chance to see the Racecourse up close.

Please be aware, due to the time of year the ground conditions may deteriorate in bad weather.

Please arrive 30 to 45 minutes before your start time so that you are prepared and ready to go on time

On the day

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Take part in a group or go solo
Take part as an individual or in a group and have fun raising money for life-saving research. You can walk, jog or run, going at your own pace, or lead the way as a Group Leader getting family, friends and colleagues involved! However you choose to Race, you will be helping to beat cancer.
 
 
Warm up with other participants
Get moving just before you begin your Race for Life event with a live and interactive warm up session.
 
Supporters and spectators welcome
Spectators are very welcome on the day to cheer you on! The more the merrier.
 
Soak up the atmosphere
After you've completed the course, why not make a day of it with other participants, friends and family, and have a picnic in the park.

While your entry fee covers the cost of your event, it's the money you raise that will fund vital research and see more people surviving cancer.

Event details

Once you sign up for your Race for Life event, you'll receive an email with all the need-to-know details to help you feel fully prepared for the day.

Meeting point

Please remember to bring your own water bottle already filled as there will be no bottled water provided at events. ScottishPower water refill stations will be available to use.

The meeting point and start line is located within the racecourse infront of the stands. The finish line is in a similar vicinity.

If using what3words, enter ///buddy.bliss.jump in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

Please remember to bring your own water bottle already filled as there will be no bottled water provided at events. ScottishPower water refill stations will be available to use.

Event day parking is available at Aintree Racecourse free of charge. Blue badge parking is available. Stewards will direct you on event day.

The nearest train station is Aintree train station which is just outside the venue, less than a 5 minute walk away.

Dogs allowed
Not suitable for pushchairs
Not wheelchair accessible
Toilets
No bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
Parking

We would advise that our 5k course may be unsuitable for wheelchairs, mobilty aids, and pushchairs due to the soft sand, grass and uneven surfaces throughout the course. The event site is mainly on grass with a tarmac path surrounding it.

If spectating, the event site is mainly on grass so those with mobility issues may require assistance on the uneven surfaces. Please be aware the ground conditions may deteriorate quickly in bad weather.

Car Parking - The car park located at the venue has disabled parking available – please speak to a car park steward upon arrival who will assist you with this.

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.

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