Earlybird Aged 16 & over
£7.99
Earlybird Children
£5.50
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Sunday 27 Jun 2027
Time
11:00
Venue
The Low Green
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.
Starting on Ayr’s beautiful Low Green, this scenic route follows the stunning Ayr seafront and esplanade, offering runners breathtaking coastal views and a fresh sea breeze. With a flat, accessible course and a fantastic atmosphere, it’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy one of Scotland’s most picturesque seaside settings while supporting life-saving cancer research.
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 Low Green, Ayr.
If using what3words, enter ///most.open.contemplate in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: There is event parking at the Ayr Beach Car Park, just across the road from the start line.
Drop Offs: Ayr Beach Car Park.
Blue Badge Parking: Ayr Beach Car Park.
Volunteer Parking: Ayr Beach Car Park.
Electric Charging points: Multiple spots along Miller Road, Ayr. Within a 15 minute walk of event site.
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: Within a 15 minute walk of town centre.
Bus: Ayr bus station is within a 10 minute walk of the event site.
Train: Ayr train station is a 20 minute walk from the start line. Visit travelinescotland.com for help with planning your journey.
Cycling & Bike Racks: No bike racks on event site but can be found throughout town centre.
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Parking
Bag drop
Showers
We aim to make our events as accessible and inclusive as possible and you can find information here.
Our contact centre and on-site event team are available for any questions or requirements.
This event is wheelchair accessible with assistance.
Event Site:
The start and finish areas are on loose grave;, which is flat and firm underfoot. In wet weather, the ground may become slippy.
Course:
The route includes tarmac with possible congestion at the start finish area.
In poor weather, the event site may become muddy and extra assistence would be required.
Parking:
Blue Badge parking is available, approximately 500m from the event site on tarmac.
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.