Swansea 5k 2023
Swansea 5k
£15.99 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 5k event
The 5k is an achievable distance and a good first challenge for most people. At just over 3 miles it can take about an hour to walk on average, but there's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Go at your own pace to help fund life-saving cancer research.
Join forces or go solo
Warm up with other Race for Lifers
Supporters and spectators welcome
Soak up the atmosphere
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
The main event site is on the green in front of Swansea Waterfront Museum.
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Please utilise public transport where you can. There is no specific event parking . Alternatively please use city centre car parks.
The car parks most local to Museum Green and this event are:
NCP Car Park Swansea City Gates
Quadrant Shopping Centre
Paxton Street Car Park
Please note that the following road will be closed from 9am until the end of the event:
Section of Trawler Road (from junction with Victoria Quay to in line with Grape and Olive Restaurant)
The bus station is location in the Quadrant Shopping Centre however buses run at various times on a Sunday morning. Please go to https://www.firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales/routes-and-maps/swansea-services for timetables.
Swansea train station is a 15 minute walk away.
The event is wheelchair accessible with assistance.
The course is primarily on hardstanding pavement. Dropped down curbs are made available throughout the course.
The total ascent of the course is 40m, this is spread out throughout the course, with the highest ascent being 6m spread over 500m.
The narrowest sections of the course are 4.5m lasting 100-200m.
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.