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Crawley 5k 2024

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Crawley 5k
Saturday 20 Jul 2024

£15.99 Adults | £11.00 Children | Under 6s Free

Minimum fundraising target: £50

Date: Saturday 20 Jul 2024

Time: 11:00

Venue: Tilgate Park

30% off entry in 2024 with code RFL24ISU

Everyone has a reason to Race for Life. Enter now and raise money for life-saving research. Together we will beat cancer.

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About the 5k event

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The original and most popular Race for Life event, the 5k is an entry-level distance and an achievable first challenge for most. At just over 3 miles it can take about an hour to complete on average, but there's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Walk, jog, run or make your way around the course however suits you to fund life-saving 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. 

There will not be any water refill stations along the course so if you require water during the event, please remember to bring your own reusable water bottle already filled up. A ScottishPower water refill station will be available to use at the finish.

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

Our courses have been measured with a measuring wheel. This is the most accurate measurement method and may not always correspond with digital tracking apps and watches.

On the day

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Take part in a group or go solo
Take part as an individual or in a group and have fun raising money for life-saving research. You can walk, jog or run, going at your own pace, or lead the way as a Group Leader getting family, friends and colleagues involved! However you choose to Race, you will be helping to beat cancer.
 
 
Warm up with other participants
Get moving just before you begin your Race for Life event with a live and interactive warm up session.
 
Supporters and spectators welcome
Spectators are very welcome on the day to cheer you on! The more the merrier.
 
Soak up the atmosphere
After you've completed the course, why not make a day of it with other participants, friends and family, and have a picnic in the park.

While your entry fee covers the cost of your event, it's the money you raise that will fund vital research and see more people surviving cancer.

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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.

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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.

Please check back for details on electric charging points and bike 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/assistant to accompany you or if you need to bring a guide runner, 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 want to make Race for Life as sustainable as possible by reducing our single use plastic consumption, so please bring your own reusable water bottle, already filled. We'll provide a water-refill solution that is cost-effective for the charity and environmentally-friendly.

Have the right kit
Think comfortable clothes and trainers. Check out the latest range of Race for Life clothing and accessories in our online shop.

Be sun smart
Covering up will protect your skin. Find out more about being sun smart. Don't forget a hat and sunscreen.

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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