Schedule changes
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Aged 16 and over
£15.99
Children
£11.00
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Saturday 27 Jun 2026
Time
11:00
Venue
Herrington Country 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 course follows the paths throughout the park; some tarmac and some gravel. The route is slightly undulating.
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 line is located on the field adjacent to the children's play area.
If using what3words, enter ///along.ocean.fled in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: Free event parking is provided at this venue. Follow directions from stewards and signage on the day.
Blue Badge Parking: Designated car parking spaces are provided, car parking stewards will direct you on arrival.
Volunteer Parking: No specific volunteer parking. Free parking is available within Herrington Park. Please follow stewards instructions on where to park. The event site is a short walk away
Drop Offs: There is no designated drop off area for this event. Please follow the stewards directions and information on arrival
Electric Charging points: None available on site
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: Please be careful as Herrington Park is situated on a busy A road. There is access to the park in Penshaw village opposite Penshaw Lane
Bus: There are a number of buses that run along Chester Road, all of which are accessible to Herrington Country Park.
Train: Nearest station would be Sunderland 5 miles away
Cycling & Bike Racks: There are no specific bike racks but bikes could be locked to the fence that surrounds the event site at owners own risk
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Parking
Bag drop
Showers
We recommend that this event is suitable for wheelchair users however assistance would be required. The course utilises the paths within the park which in places are uneven. The main event site is on grass so may be slightly muddy underfoot depending on recent weather conditions.
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.