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Cheshire - Delamere Forest 3k 2024

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Cheshire - Delamere Forest 3k

Sunday 19 May 2024

£14.99 Aged 16 and over | £10.00 Children, under 6s free
Minimum fundraising target: £50

Date: Sunday 19 May 2024

Time: 11:00

Venue: Delamere Forest

30% off entry in 2024 with code 24SPRING

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About the 3k event

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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.

Location

Venue
Delamere Forest, Linmere, Delamere, Northwich, CW8 2JD View map

Course information

The start line, finish line and event site are all on hardstanding.

The 3K course is an out and back route which is entirely on woodland paths within the forest. There are some slight elevation changes but mainly it is a flat route.

It may be slightly muddy underfoot depending on the weather conditions

There will not be any water refill stations along the course so if you require water during the event, please remember to bring your own reusable water bottle already filled up.  A Scottish Power water refill station will be available to use at the finish 


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


Our courses have been measured with a measuring wheel.  This is the most accurate measurement method and may not always match up with fitbits, Strava and Apple watches.  Remember to follow the route carefully and don't cut corners as that will alter the distance y

Join forces or go solo

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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 get muddy, you’re helping to beat cancer.
 
 

Warm up with other Race for Lifers

Shake off any pre-Race nerves and get moving with our fun warm-up session just before your event.
 

Supporters and spectators welcome

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.
 

Soak up the atmosphere

After you've completed the course, stay on and celebrate with other participants, friends and family with a picnic in the park.

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.

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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

The start and finish lines are located next to the Delamere Forest visitor centre and cafe

If using what3words, enter ///walked.drive.fills in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

General Event Parking: Parking is available in the main forest car park next to the visitor centre and cafe. There is a charge for use of this car park. 

Blue Badge Parking: Parking is available in the main forest car park next to the visitor centre and cafe. From here, it is 100m on tarmac paths to get to the event site.

Volunteer Parking: Volunteer parking is available free of charge, the location of this will be communicated by the event manager prior to the event to all those signed up to volunteer.

Drop Offs: The drop off point is at Delamere Forest Train Station, which is approximately 300m from the event site.

Bus: There are no buses to this event.

Train: Delamere Train Station is approximately 300m walk from the event site.

Electric Charging points: None available at this event.

Cycling & Bike Racks: There is limited space available outside the cafe.

 

Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchair accessible
Toilets
No bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
Parking

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.

We have assessed this route and have concluded it is wheelchair accessible with assistance.

If you require any further information on the accessibility of a Race for Life 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 


We aim to have a British Sign Language Interpreter  available on stage whilst our event host is speaking 

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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