Taunton 5k 2024
Taunton 5k
Sunday 7 Jul 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 Castle School playing field, alongside the cricket pitch opposite the Castle Sports Centre.
The finish line is on the Castle School playing field, alongside the cricket pitch opposite the Castle Sports Centre.
If using what3words, enter ///placed.actor.united in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
Pedestrians: Participants are best walking to Bridgwater & Taunton College and aiming for Castle School at the rear of the Main Building, Castle School can be accessed via Longrun Lane, Longrun Meadow and Heron Drive.
General Event Parking: There is limited parking at this event, please use the Heron Drive entrance to Bridgwater & Taunton College following the signage to access this parking, this parking is within a 500m walking distance to the event site.
For further information on where to park locally please visit the Taunton Deane Borough Council website.
Blue Badge Parking: There is hardstanding Disabled parking available within the Bridgwater & Taunton College Car park via Heron Drive a Blue Badge and Clock to be diasplyed, this parking is within 400m of the event site.
Volunteer Parking: There is limited parking at this event, please use the Heron Drive entrance to Bridgwater & Taunton College following the signage to access this parking, this parking is within a 500m walking distance to the event site.
Drop Offs: Participants could use a safe drop off point within the Bridgwater & Taunton College layby at the front of the college.
Public Transport:-
Bus: These Bus lines stop near The Castle School:22, 22A, 25, 3, PR1. The nearest stations to The Castle School are:
Aylands Road, Taunton is 537 meters away, 7 min walk.
Fish And Chip Shop, Taunton is 694 meters away, 9 min walk.
Somerset College 1, Taunton is 1241 meters away, 17 min walk.
Manor Orchard, Taunton is 1503 meters away, 20 min walk.
Train: These Train lines stop near The Castle School: Cross Country and Great Western Railway to Taunton Rail Station, TA1 1QP and is a 20min walk to the event site.
Electric Charging points: The nearest electric charging point is at Bridgwater & Taunton College Wellington Rd, Taunton TA1 5AX, VIRTA Charging Station.
Cycling & Bike Racks: Bridgwater & Taunton College and Castle School has plenty of cycle parking options, its advised to use a bike lock on-site.
No dogs allowed
Suitable for pushchairs
Wheelchair accessible
Toilets
No bag drop
Refreshments
No showers
Parking
The route has a mixed terrain with gentle slopes but is mainly on gravel through Longrun meadow. The event site and part of the route is on grass. Taunton 5k is wheelchair accessible with assistance but can become boggy and uneven in poor weather conditions.
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
A British Sign Language Interpreter will be availble on stage whilst our event host is speaking
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!
