Hastings 5k 2024
Hastings 5k
Sunday 9 Jun 2024
£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
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
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 Middle Lawn of Alexandra Park and to the right of Eat@The Park Cafe near the Bandstand.
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Pedestrians: Please access the Event Site via either of the Entrances on Dordrecht Way. Continue down the hill towards Eat@The Park Cafe and the Band Stand until you reach the Middle Lawn.
General Event Parking: There is no parking for this event, please use Public Transport.
Blue Badge Parking: Acsessible Users are able to park on Dordrecht Way for the duration of the event. Please approach one of the Stewards at either end of the road and show them your Valid Blue Badge for access.
Drop Offs: There are no designated drop off points due to the nature of this venue.
Bus: Local Bus Service to Alexandra Park - Bus Number 26A and 99
Train: The Nearest Train Stations to Alexandra Park are Hastings and Ore Stations which can be accessed via Brighton, Kent and London Lines.
Electric Charging Points: GeniePoint Charging Station Morrisons, Hastings, TN34 1RN (0.4 Miles to Alexandra Park). GeniePoint Charging Station ESSO, Bohemia Rd, Saint Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6RA (1.3 Miles to Alexandra Park)
Cycling & Bike Racks: Bike Racks are not avalible at this event.
Dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchair accessible
Toilets
No bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
No parking
The Hastings course is mainly on park pathways but the main event site is on grass.The route takes you along an uneven woodland path and there is a slight incline along the course. We advise that this event is suitable for wheelchair users with assistance, but want to make participants aware that the ground can be quite uneven.
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.
We're with you every step of the way
Get fundraising support
When you sign up to an event, you'll get fundraising support every step of the way. Get top tips, ideas and resources to help you hit your target and raise as much money as possible for life-saving cancer research.
Prepare for your 5k event
Choose a training plan to help you get Race for Life ready. You could even use Strava or Fitbit to track your walk, jog or run.
Facebook community support
Once you've signed up, join the Race for Life Super Supporters Facebook group to help you get motivated!
