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Aberystwyth 3k 2023

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Aberystwyth 3k

Sunday 14 May 2023

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

Date: Sunday 14 May 2023

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Bandstand, Marine Terrace

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
The Bandstand, Marine Terrace, The Promenade, Ceredigion, Aberystwyth, SY23 2BX View map

Course information

This course is a single lap 3K with fantastic views of the welsh coastline.   Please arrive 30 to 45 minutes before your start time so that you are prepared and ready to go on time.

Starting outside the Bandstand, the course heads towards the South Beach by following the pedestrian path along Marine Terrace. After doing a U-turn at the entrance of South Beach car park, the course continues along the road towards Constitution Hill, where the course does a U-turn to head to the finish.

Throughout the whole 3K the course has an overall ascent of 46m

 

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 on the promenade along Marine Terrace, outside the Bandstand. Please make your way to this event via Terrace Road.

If using what3words, enter ///roofs.melts.replaying in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

https://www.what3words.com/roofs.melts.replaying?partner=RaceForLife

The following roads will be closed from 5am as part of the event:

- Victoria Terrace

- Marine Terrace

- Riverside Terrace

- New Promenade

- King Street

- Terrace Road

- South Marine Terrace.

Please bear this in mind when planning your route and parking.

There is no official parking, so please park in town centre car parks and walk to the start.

Car sharing or public transport is advisable. The start is an 8 minute walk (0.4miles) from the train station and all local car parks are within a 15 minute walk.

Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchair accessible
Toilets
No bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
No parking

The event site and route is on a smooth hard standing surface. The majority of the route is flat with the steepest gradient being 20% for approx. 3M. The majority of the route is wider than 2meters and flat the course is accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs. Please do note: due to the unlikely event of bad weather, sand can often be blown onto the pathway and streets and make the road and pavement slippery.

Throughout the whole 3K the course has an overall ascent of 46m

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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