Aged 16 and over
£15.99
Children
£11.00
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Saturday 06 Jun 2026
Time
11:00
Venue
Cassiobury 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 is on grass. The course is largely flat with a mixture of terrains, tree-line paths and grass avenues.
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 are at the top of the slope next to Cassiobury Park car park located alongside the "Lebanon Tree".
If using what3words, enter ///monkey.rocky.belong in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: There is no parking available on the day at Cassiobury Park - please use public transport where possible or one of the Watford town centre car parks approx. 15 minute walk to the event site.
Drop Offs: There is no designated drop off point at this venue.
Blue Badge Parking: Please talk to a steward on arrival at Cassiobury Park for directions to park.
Volunteer Parking: The Event Manager will be in touch with volunteers prior to the event with information about parking opportunities.
Electric Charging points: Public Charging Station, Rosslyn Rd, Watford WD18 0JX - approx. 1.7 miles away.
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: You can use any of the entrances into Cassiobury Park and make your way to the "Lebanon Tree".
Bus: 352 & W30 drop off & pick up at the underground station - approx. 5 minute walk to the event site.
Train: Watford Underground station is located outside of the park approximately 5 minutes walk to the event site. Watford Junction overground station is located in the centre of town approx. 25 minute walk to the event site.
Cycling & Bike Racks: Bike racks can be found near the Daisy cafe/hub in the centre of the park or round by The Cha Cafe near the tennis courts.
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Bag drop
Showers
Parking
The route is wheelchair accessible with assistance due to a grass up hill section on the course, uneven surfaces with tree roots and narrow paths along the back of the park/course. The terrain changes throughout the course from grass to tarmac, and assistance may be required.
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.