Plymouth Pretty Muddy 5k 2024

Plymouth Pretty Muddy 5k
Sunday 21 Jul 2024
£22.49 Adults | £12.00 Children
Get muddy, have fun and raise money for life-saving research. Enter now and together we will beat cancer.
About Pretty Muddy

On the day

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
The start line is situated close to the entrance of the Central park opposite the Plymouth Life Centre. Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes before your start time so that you are prepared and ready to go on time.
If using what3words, enter ///engine.banks.spoil in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
There is limited parking available at Milehouse Park & Ride car park, so we suggest car sharing or using public transport or nearby city centre car parks where possible.
Disabled & Accessible parking is also available at Milehouse Park & Ride car park.
Plymouth train station is a 20 minute walk to the event site.
The nearest public electric car charging points to the event site are via Pod Point Charging point at Plymouth Life Centre Plymouth. Electric vehicle chargers are available in two areas of this car park. Vehicles must be plugged in, charging and have an active parking stay when using these bays.
Plymouth City Council have installed more cycle parking across the city, You can find cycle parking available within Central Park by using what three words ///tummy.grace.vibe
Try to use the most sustainable forms of transport when making your way to the event. Explore on foot or go by bike if you can. Make use of public transport and minibuses and take the bus or join a ride-share for longer distances.
Due to the nature of the event it is not suitable for wheelchair users. However If you require any further information on the accessibility of a Pretty Muddy event, or wish to bring a carer/assistant to accompany you or if you need to bring a guide runner, please contact our Supporter Hotline on 0300 123 0770 and press 1 when prompted (Opening hours are 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday) or email us at raceforlife@cancer.org.uk
Whilst this course is not accessible for wheelchair users given the nature of the obstacles; the event site is accessible and flat. The event site itself is on grass with tarmac surrounding. There are blue badge holder parking spaces adjacent to the Life Centre, and the main event site has tarmac running adjacent to the finish line in case the grass is affected by wet weather.
The 5k Course has an overall ascent of 89m throughout the full 5k course.
Bring a water bottle
We want to make Pretty Muddy® as sustainable as possible by reducing our single use plastic consumption, so please bring your own reusable water bottle, already filled. We'll provide a water-refill solution that is cost-effective for the charity and environmentally-friendly.
Bring a change of clothes
If you’re getting Pretty Muddy®, remember to bring spare clothes and a towel. Check the facilities tab above to see what there is at your event. Unfortunately, there are no lockers, changing facilities or showers at the Race for Life events, so please bear this in mind and ask friends to look after your valuable belongings, clean clothes and towels.
Have the right kit
Think comfortable clothes and trainers. Check out the latest range of Race for Life clothing and accessories in our online shop.
Be sun smart
Covering up will protect your skin. Find out more about being sun smart. Don't forget a hat and sunscreen.
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.
Pretty Muddy® events start times are staggered in 'waves', each wave starts every 15 minutes to ensure you're safe on the course. If you're signed up as a group, please make sure you sign up for the same wave time.
Climb, crawl and slide your way around the course at your own pace. We want you to tackle every obstacle the best you can, but if you need to skip to the next one our marshals will be on hand to assist. Find out more about Pretty Muddy® obstacles.
To be part of the action, you must be 13 years of age or older at the time of your event. We've got something special for our young participants too - check out our Pretty Muddy® Kids events for kids aged 12 and under!
If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, please seek your doctor's advice before registering.
We're with you every step of the way
Choose the right event for you
Don't fancy the Pretty Muddy® 5k? Check out our range of different Race for Life events all across the country and find one that suits you. Get the whole family involved with our Pretty Muddy® Kids events for kids aged 12 and under.