St Albans 5k 2024
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St Albans 5k
£15.99 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 5k event
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The 5k is an achievable distance and a good first challenge for most people. At just over 3 miles it can take about an hour to walk on average, but there's no pressure to finish in a certain time. Go at your own pace to help fund life-saving cancer research.
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 line is in the field next to Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre.
If using what3words, enter ///neat.lies.tone in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
Pedestrians: Please access the park via Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre off Holywell hill.
General Event Parking: If you are arriving by car, you will not be allowed to use the car parks located within Verulamium Park. We recommend that you use the multi-storey car parks in St Albans city centre which are just a short walk away from the park itself.
Please be aware that parking charges apply on Sundays. For more information, please visit the St Albans Council car parks website: https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/car-parks-and-street-pay-and-display
STRICTLY NO PARKING ON A4147 - BLUEHOUSE HILL AND HEMEL HEMPSTEAD ROAD (near the Museum).
Blue Badge Parking: Blue badge parking is available in the Westminster Lodge carpark adjacent to the main event site and start area.
Drop Offs: Drop off area is in the Westminster Lodge Carpark. PLEASE NOTE THAT NO EVENT PARKING IS ALLOWED.
Bus: 302, 321, 724, 84
Train: St Albans Abbey station - 15 minute walk via Holywell Hill. St Albans City Station - 36 minute walk via Victoria Street.
Electric Charging points: Griffiths retail park AL1 2DF
Cycling & Bike Racks: Bike racks are available in Westminster Lodge Carpark and also near the Theatre.
The route is wheelchair accessible with assistance due to a grass up hill section on the course. There are paved and grass areas of the course and assistance may be required.
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.
If you feel you might need extra help at the event please do pick up a badge at the Blue Enquires Marquee so that our crew and volunteers can look out for you and check you are OK.
Our team of Event Managers are proud to be 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.