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London - Finsbury Park 10k 2024

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London - Finsbury Park 10k

Sunday 19 May 2024

£17.49 Aged 16 and over | £11.00 Children, under 6s free
Minimum fundraising target: £50

Date: Sunday 19 May 2024

Time: 10:00

Venue: Finsbury Park

30% off entry in 2024 with code 24SPRING

Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.

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About the 10k event

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Looking for more of a challenge without any pressure? Race for Life 10k is for you!
Our 10k events are now chip-timed, so you can find out if you’ve beaten your personal best – while you’re raising funds to help beat cancer.
10k is just over 6 miles. Take it at your own pace or push yourself a little more. Have fun with it and enjoy the atmosphere.

Location

Venue
Finsbury Park, Seven Sisters Road, London, N4 2NQ View map

Course information

The start and finish is on Finsbury Park's western side, next to the netball courts and opposite Finsbury Park Cafe.  The 10k course is a double lap of the 5k.

The course is on pathways but incorporates some inclines and declines. 

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 45 mins 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 you cover!

Join forces or go solo

Race for Life participants having fun at events
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 on Finsbury Parks western side, next to the Netball Courts and opposite Finsbury Park Cafe.

If using what3words, enter ///shall.kind.agenda in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

Pedestrians: Please access the Main Event Site via any of the park entrances and head towards the Netball Courts and Finsbury Park Cafe on the western side of the park.

General Event Parking: There is no parking for this event, please use Public Transport.

Blue Badge Parking: Please use the Hornsey Gate Entrance to access the Park. A Steward will ask to see your Blue Badge and direct you to the parking bays nearest to the main event site.

Drop Offs: There are no designated drop off points due to the nature of this venue.

Bus: Local Bus Service to Finsbury Park Hornsey Gate is Bus Number W5. Local Bus Service to Finsbury Park, Blackstock Road (Stop L) is bus numbers 29 & 253.

Train: The nearest Train Station to Finsbury Park is Finsbury Park Station.

Electric Charging Points: Source London Charging Station, 85 Upper Tollington Park, N4 4LS (0.3 Miles to Finsbury Park). BP Pulse Charging Station, Wilberforce Rd (0.2 Miles to Finsbury Park). 

Cycling & Bike Racks: Bike Racks available within Finsbury Park - Approx. 6-9 Spaces

Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchair accessible
Toilets
Bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
No parking

This event is suitable for wheelchairs users with assistance, the course is on pathways throughout but does includes some inclines and declines.

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.

If you feel you might need extra help at the event please do pick up a badge at the Blue Enquires Marquee so that our crew and volunteers can look out for you and check you are OK.

Our team of Event Managers are proud to be Dementia Friends.

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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