Bournemouth 10k 2025
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Bournemouth 10k
£17.49 Aged 16 and over | £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
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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.
Join forces or go solo
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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 start and finish is infront of the Seafront offices by Pier Approach.
If using what3words, enter ///vague.admiral.mock in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: Please plan your journey and use city centre car parks or public transport where possible.
Blue Badge Parking: For blue parking badge holders, the nearest disabled car parking is available at Bath Road North and Bath Road South. Please see the BCP Council Accessibilty guide to assit with making travel arrangments to this event https://www.bournemouth.co.uk/visitor-information/accessibility-guide
Volunteer Parking: There is limited parking near Pier Approach in Bath Road North and Bath Road South car parks. Please plan your journey and use city centre car parks or public transport where possible.
Drop Offs: Drop off passengers in the turning area behind the Oceanarium, next to the BIC, just a minute walk from the event site.
Electric Charging points: Electric charging points can be founnd in City Center car parks.
Public transport and pedestrians:
Bus: There are lots of buses that stop at Pier Approach, to find out more please head to www.morebus.co.uk/.
Train: The closest railway station is Bournemouth Train Station – 1.5 miles away
Cycling & Bike Racks: There are none available at this event.
The route is on flat tarmac roads and paths. This event is suitable for wheelchairs users and pushchairs with assistance.
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.
Additional Support request badges are available, and our Event Managers are trained Dementia Friends.
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.