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Leeds 10k 2023

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Leeds 10k

Sunday 14 May 2023

£17.49 Adults | £11.00 Children, under 6s free
Minimum fundraising target: £50

Date: Sunday 14 May 2023

Time: 09:30

Venue: Temple Newsam

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

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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
Temple Newsam, Temple Newsam Road, Off Selby Road, Leeds, LS15 0AE View map

Course information

Our 10k event offers a single lap route around the landscaped grounds of Temple Newsam, starting and finishing in front of the impressive Tudor-Jacobean mansion.

The terrain is predominantly path but there are sections of grass and woodland paths with can be uneven in places. Approximately 2.5km of the course is uphill which some may find challenging

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

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.

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 line is situated in the field directly in front of Temple Newsam House, adjacent to the Courtyard and Animal Farm.

If using what3words, enter ///forced.wings.teams in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

Parking (including dedicated blue badge spaces) are available within Temple Newsam on event day though must be accessed via Temple Newsam Road due to Elm Walk being closed to all vehicles. 

Motorists are also able to drop off passengers near the roundabout at the end of Temple Newsam Road which will be monitored by a steward.

Various bus services drop-off along Temple Newsam Road, (please enquire with your local provider) and Leeds Train Station is 4 miles from the venue.

Dogs allowed
Not suitable for pushchairs
Not wheelchair accessible
Toilets
No bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
Parking

Event Site: The start and finish areas are both on the same grass field in front of Temple Newsam House and are within approximately 70m of each other. The field is flat and the ground is solid unless we have experienced substantial rainfall, in which case it could be boggy in places. Wheelchair users can choose to join and finish the race where the grass meets the path (approx. 30m )

The event site is easily accessible from the car park

Course: Please read the course information section regarding the terrain and uphill sections to decide whether you feel this is a suitable course for you

Spectating: We have various spectator points around the course which are easily accessible

Carers are welcome free of charge. 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 Frid

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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