Haydock 10k 2023
Haydock 10k
Sunday 2 Jul 2023
£17.49 Adults | £11.00 Children, under 6s free
Minimum fundraising target: £50
Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.
About the 10k event
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.
Join forces or go solo
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.
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 meeting point is situated in the middle of the racecourse on the farside of the pond. To get there you will need to walk through the famous stands and cross the race track into the centre. The finish line will also be within the similar vacinity.
If using what3words, enter ///rocks.bike.doing in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
Please remember to bring your own water bottle already filled as there will be no bottled water provided at events.
Car parking is free of charge at the venue. Disabled parking is available.
By car: The venue is located just one mile from junction 23 of the M6. The main car park is accessed from the A580 East. For Sat Nav users, please enter the postcode WA12 0HQ.
By train: The nearest train station to Haydock Park Racecourse is Newton-le-Willows, available on trains running from Manchester Piccadilly, Victoria and Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street.
By bus: You can get the 620 (St Helens to Hindley Green via Ashton and Haydock) and the 320 (St Helens to Wigan via Ashton and Haydock). Times may vary on Sunday so please check before travel. For journey times please call 0871 200 2233 or go to arrivabus.co.uk.
No dogs allowed
Not suitable for pushchairs
Not wheelchair accessible
Toilets
No bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
Parking
Due to the soft sand, grass and uneven surfaces throughout the course, following an assessment it has been recommended as not suitable for wheelchair users, mobility aids, and pushchairs. However, please also read the course information section and decide whether you feel this is a suitable course for you. If you require any further information on the accessibility of a Race for Life event, or wish to bring a carer/helper to accompany you, 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
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.
We're with you every step of the way
Get fundraising support
When you sign up to an event, you'll get fundraising support every step of the way. Get top tips, ideas and resources to help you hit your target and raise as much money as possible for life-saving cancer research.
Prepare for your 10k event
Choose a training plan to help you get Race for Life ready. You could even use Strava or Fitbit to track your walk, jog or run.
Facebook community support
Once you've signed up, join the Race for Life Super Supporters Facebook group to help you get motivated!
