Aged 16 and over
£15.99
Children
£11.00
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Wednesday 03 Jun 2026
Time
19:30
Venue
Battersea Park
Offer ends 19 April 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.
Race for Life 5k is a great first challenge, no matter your age or fitness level. Go solo and join hundreds of people on the day, or sign up as a group with friends and family. There's no pressure to finish in a certain time, so walk, jog or run at your own pace and enjoy the atmosphere! However you take part, you're helping to beat cancer.
The start and finish are on hardstanding ground. The course is nearly all on tarmac, running along the internal roads within the park. The course is predominantly flat.
Click here to see the Course Map. Please note, this is subject to change.
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 start and finish can be found on Central Avenue. Please enter the park via Rosary Gate and turn left down Carriage Drive South, following signs and directions from stewards to the event. The event area can be found behind the all-weather sports ground.
If using what3words, enter ///dime.cubes.draw in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: There is no parking at this event, we advise you come via public transport.
Drop Offs: There is no specific drop off location for this event.
Blue Badge Parking: Accessible Parking can be found in Albert Car Park.
Volunteer Parking: There is no designated volunteer car park, although there is limited parking within Battersea Park. Public transport is recommended for volunteers.
Electric Charging points: The nearest charging point is at the Shell Garage on Queen's Circus.
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: Please enter the park via Rosary Gate and turn left down Carriage Drive South, following signs and directions from stewards to the event area. The event area can be found behind the all-weather sports ground.
Bus: The park is accessible on many bus routes, with multiple stops on Battersea Park Road, and Battersea Bridge Road.
Train: The event is a 20minute walk from Battersea Power Station tube (Northern Line) or a 15minute walk from Queenstown Road or Battersea Park stations.
Cycling & Bike Racks: 6 spaces can be found at the corner of the main event area
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Bag drop
Showers
Parking
This event is wheelchair accessible with assistance, the course is flat and on tarmac with a small section on grass.
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 wristbands are available at the enquiries marquee, and our Event Managers are trained Dementia Friends.
A QR code will be available on the main event site to access British Sign Language stage content for those who use BSL.
A fundraising pack with tips to help you reach your target
A customisable back sign
Training plans and support to help you prepare
Access to our Facebook community to help you get motivated
A Race for Life medal when you cross the finish line!
Get fundraising and training support, tips and resources to help you hit your target and prepare for your event.
Thanks to support from people like you, we've funded pioneering research to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer. But our work isn't done yet. We want to bring about a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
The money you raise goes towards our research into more than 200 types of cancer. With you at the start line, just imagine how far we can go.
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.
Get set for your Race for Life event with t-shirts, hats and accessories for everyone.
Join the incredible team of volunteers who make our Race for Life events possible.
Explore our other Race for Life events taking place across the country. Choose from a 3k, 5k, 10k, Pretty Muddy® 5k or Pretty Muddy® Kids.
*Enter the code SPRING26 on the registration page to get 50% off your entry fee. Visit our Sales and Discount page for full terms and conditions that apply.