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Bristol 10k 2023

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Bristol 10k

Sunday 25 Jun 2023

£17.49 Adults | £11.00 Children, under 6s free
Minimum fundraising target: £50

Date: Sunday 25 Jun 2023

Time: 10:00

Venue: The Downs

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

About the 10k event

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Looking for more of a challenge without any pressure? Race for Life 10k is for you!
Our 10k events are now chip-timed, so you can find out if you’ve beaten your personal best – while you’re raising funds to help beat cancer.
10k is just over 6 miles. Take it at your own pace or push yourself a little more. Have fun with it and enjoy the atmosphere.

Location

Venue
The Downs, Stoke Road, Bristol, BS9 1FG View map

Course information

The Bristol 10k route is a two-lap course which mostly follows the perimeter of The Downs. It is a primarily flat course mainly on grass on the outer perimeter of Durdham Downs and Clifton Downs, with a mixed terrain which takes in amazing views of Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge.

The 10k Course has an overall ascent of 56m throughout the full 10k course.

There are lots of cheering points along the way and the whole event has a fantastic atmosphere which you'll really enjoy.

The course has an amazing atmosphere and is all wrapped up in the heart of Bristol with a great community spirit.

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 Downs opposite the water tower just off Stoke Road and Ladies Mile.  Please arrive 15 to 20minis before your start time so that you are prepared and ready to go on time

If using what3words, enter ///softly.visit.clip in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

https://what3words.com/softly.visit.clip

Parking on The Downs is not permitted. If you arrive early you may find spaces on the surrounding roads but be aware that road closures are in place on Stoke Road, & Ladies Mile. Stewards will be there on the day to direct you. Please note there is limited disabled parking on Stoke Road.

Please utilise public transport: Clifton train station is a 10-minute walk from the venue which links to the main train station Bristol Temple Meads.

Buses run up to The Downs from the town centre, please visit Routes & Timetables | Travelwest

Car - Due to the city centre location of the event, we are unable to provide onsite parking so advise using one of the many City Centre car parks, the closest car park to the event site is,

Clifton Down Shopping Centre provides a partially covered car park accessed from Alma Road. Parking is spread over seven levels with 360 spaces, including disabled and mother/child bays.

The car park offers safe and secure parking from 7.00am to 10:30pm and was granted the Park Mark Safer Parking Award, The sat nav postcode for the car park is BS8 2NN.

Payment can be made with cash, and contactless by card, or using Apple and Android Pay.

Bristol Clean Air Zone

Please check whether your vehicle will be charged in Bristol’s Clean Air Zone and pay the charge at www.gov.uk/check-clean-air-zone-charge. All you need is your vehicle registration number.

Find out about the latest on the roads and get travel directions from TravelWest.info

The nearest public electric car charging points to the event site are via Charge Your Car Charging Station Redland Hill, Redland, Bristol BS6 6XL

Bristol City Council have installed more cycle parking across the city, You can find cycle parking available at The Downs Café by using what three words ///glad.rich.sting

E- Scooter Rentals: Voi scooters are available throughout the city. Voi e-scooters will cost £1 to unlock and then £0.14 per minute of usage. Check out the website 'https://www.voi.com/' to learn more and download the app. They are available to collect from many city centre locations including Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol Bus Station, College Green & Park Street, Clifton and White ladies Road and can be returned anywhere in their designated zone, these zones are highlighted on the website / app.

Try to use the most sustainable forms of transport when making your way to the event. Explore on foot or go by bike if you can. Make use of public transport and minibuses and take the bus or join a ride-share for longer distances.

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

The majority of the route is on grass on The Downs, with a slight incline from the Sea Wall up to Stoke Road making the route wheelchair accessible with assistance. The course within its first 2k must follow the route around Wildflower Meadow, this route follows an uneven track due to tree routes. An option to avoid this section of the route will be available just after 1km where you can cross Circular Road and follow on the tarmac path on the opposite side of the road following the course route and re-joining by crossing Circular road just after 2km as you approach the sea wall. The 10k Course has an overall ascent of 56m throughout the full 10k course.

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) 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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