Earlybird Aged 16 & over
£7.99
Earlybird Children
£5.50
Minimum fundraising target
£50.00
Date
Sunday 27 Jun 2027
Time
10:30
Venue
University Parks
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.
The start and finish area are on grass. The course is predominantly on pathways or road. The course is entirely flat and begins in the scenic University Park, where you will head out onto the historic streets of Oxford.
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 and finish line is in University Parks, next to the cricket pavilion.
If using what3words, enter ///moving.same.deal in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: There is no event parking for the event. Please use city centre car parks. We recommend utilising the Park and Ride network for the most convenient way to access the event; the service 300 passes close to University Parks, but you can also use the 400 service and walk in from the High Street. There are further details on the Park and Ride network also available here.
Drop Offs: Road closures start at 9.00am for this event so access and drop-off locations are limited.
Blue Badge Parking: Limited Blue Badge parking is available at the park using South Parks Road. Please follow the signage and stewards directions. Please note, road closures start at 9.00am so access will be restricted after this time.
Volunteer Parking: Limited volunteer parking is available at the park using South Parks Road on a first come first served basis. Please follow the signage and stewards directions. Please note, road closures start at 9.00am so access will be restricted after this time.
Electric Charging points: There are none available at this event. There are some locations around the City.
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: There are multiple access gates into the park along Parks Road or via the gate at the junction of South Parks road and St Cross road.
Bus: There are various bus routes around the City. Plan your bus journey here.
Train: The nearest train station is Oxford, which is a 22 minute walk to the park.
Cycling & Bike Racks: There are a number of cycle racks in the city centre and around the park.
Refreshments
Toilets
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchairs accessible
Bag drop
Showers
Parking
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 grass, which is slightly uneven but is quite firm underfoot. In wet weather, the ground may become soft or muddy.
Course:
The route includes a mixture of tarmac roads, hardstanding paths, grass and a woodland section and is a double lap, with possible congestion at the split point.
In poor weather, the grass and woodland section may become muddy/ slippery which could increase the level of assistance required.
Parking:
Blue Badge parking is available but is very limit
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.
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