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Crawley 3k 2023

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Crawley 3k

Saturday 22 Jul 2023

£14.99 Adults | £10.00 Children, under 6s free
Minimum fundraising target: £50

Date: Saturday 22 Jul 2023

Time: 11:00

Venue: Tilgate Park

Life is worth Racing for. Enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life and raise money for life-saving cancer research.

About the 3k event

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At just over 2 miles, 3k is ideal for families or groups having a go at their first Race for Life. It's a fun, achievable event for everyone – and an unforgettable day out. There's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Walk, jog or run or make your way around the course however suits you and help fund life-saving cancer research.

Location

Venue
Tilgate Park, Titmus Drive, Crawley, RH10 5PQ View map

Course information

The Crawley course takes you on a journey through the beautiful Tilgate Park. The majority of the route is on pathways around the lakes and woodland paths. There are a few up and down slopes and the woodland paths can have some uneven surfaces. The 3k course follows the 5k route initially and then loops back after 2.5k to the event site.

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 located on the grass between the Play park and Tilgate Lake.

If using what3words, enter ///nobody.follow.polite in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

Please remember to bring your own water bottle already filled as there will be no bottled water provided at events.

Please use public transport where possible. There is limited parking available for this event in Gainsborough Field which is a short walk away from the main event site. Please note, you will be unable to drive through Tilgate park. For access to the parking please use Titmus Drive via Ashdown Drive where you will be directed by stewards.

We are no longer operating a park and ride service from the town centre, please see the metrobus website for local bus service options.

Designated cycle parking - there are 2 sets of cycle racks: 1 set with about 19 racks by the Smith and Western Pub and the other rack is set just past the coach parking with 10 racks.

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

Sections of the Crawley course that go through the woods are uneven, with lose gravel and some tree roots.  We try to re-route as much as we can, but the weather can affect the terrain and the woodland areas can become a bit muddy in wet conditions.  For this reason, we deem this event as unsuitable for wheelchair users.

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.

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