Schedule changes
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Aged 16 and over
£14.99
Children
£10.00
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Saturday 06 Jun 2026
Time
11:00
Venue
Avenham and Miller Park
Offer ends 31 January 2026. T&Cs apply*
Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.
At just over 2 miles, 3k is ideal for families or groups having a go at their first Race for Life. It's a fun, achievable event for everyone – and an unforgettable day out. There's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Walk, jog or run or make your way around the course however suits you and help fund life-saving cancer research.
The 2026 Preston course showcases the city’s stunning parks and riverside views. Starting and finishing in Avenham Park, runners journey through Frenchwood Recreational Ground and Miller Park on a mix of surfaced paths and grass. Gentle undulations add challenge, while the River Ribble provides a scenic backdrop.
The 3k event has a turn around point to separate from the 5k and 10k route, clearly signposted with volunteer marshals providing support.
You can take part in any Race for Life event as an individual or a group to raise money for life-saving research. Walk, jog or run together in a group or go solo at your own pace, or lead the way as a Group Leader and get family, friends and colleagues involved! However you choose to take part, you’re helping to beat cancer.
Shake off any pre-Race nerves and get moving with our fun warm-up session just before your event.
Bring along as many supporters as you like to cheer you on! We’ve got things for everyone to do, check out the Location section above to see what’s happening on the day.
After you've completed the course, stay on and celebrate with other participants, friends and family with a picnic in the park.
10m
More than 10 million of you have taken part in Race for Life events since 1994, fundraising for Cancer Research UK.
£970m
Race for Life has raised over £970 million towards life-saving cancer research since it began 30 years ago.
130,000+
With your money, we've helped develop radiotherapy, which helps 130,000+ people with cancer in the UK every year.
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.
The meeting point is located in Avenham Park, in front of the Pavilion Cafe. Both the start and finish will be located in this area of the parks.
If using what3words, enter ///branded.mime.claim in the free app, to find the exact location of the event site.
By car:
General Event Parking: There is no designated car parking for this event due to it's new central location. There are many public pay and display car parks that participants can use such as Fishergate Car park, Preston Railway Station Car Park and Avenham Car Park to name a view. All within 10 minute walk to the event site.
Drop Offs: Participants can be safley dropped off in Fishergate Car Park with a short walk to the event site, alternativley streets surrounding the event such as Ribblesdale Place but please do so in a safe manner, being mindful of traffic and local residents.
Blue Badge Parking: There is blue badge parking spaces availible in all the major car parks mentioned above.
Volunteer Parking: We do not have specific volunteer parking for this event, we ask all volunteers to please use a suitable local car park as mentioned above, residencial free parking or use public transport/walk to the event site where you are able.
Electric Charging Points: The closest charging point is in Avenham Car Park, Syke St, Preston, PR1 3BN (two double EV charging points available).
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: There are many enterances to Avenham and Miller Park, the main enterance for pedestrians on foot is via Ribblesdale Place, taking you straight into Avenham park looking out onto the event site.
Bus: Avenham and Miller Park is a short walk away from major bus stops stopping at Preston Railway Station on Fishergate. Pleaese refer to the Preston Bus website for more information on local bus routes.
Train: Preston Trail Station is located in the centre of Preston and only a short walk from the event site within Avenham and Miller Park.
Cycling & Bike Racks: Limited bike racks availible at the Pavillion Cafe, however plenty of cycle parking availible at Preston Train Station.
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Parking
Bag drop
Showers
We aim to provide our supporters with as much information as possible in our "Course Description" and "Travel notes" section, so that they can make an informed choice based on their own specific needs.
This event is suitable for wheelchair users with assistance. Please be aware that due to short cuts to avoid unsuitable terrain, the overall distance may be reduced slightly.
We aim for maximum accessibility at our events. Our contact centre and on-site team are ready to assist with any needs or questions you may have.
Sunflower lanyards are available at the enquiries marquee, and our Event Managers are trained Dementia Friends.
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.
When you sign up to an event, you'll get fundraising support every step of the way. Get top tips, ideas and resources to help you hit your target and raise as much money as possible for life-saving cancer research.
Choose a training plan to help you get Race for Life ready. You could even use Strava or Fitbit to track your walk, jog or run.
Once you've signed up, join the Race for Life Super Supporters Facebook group to help you get motivated!
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