Huddersfield 5k 2025
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Huddersfield 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 and Finish are located within the main field at Greenhead Park, behind the café, next to the miniature railway station.
If using what3words, enter ///fend.adults.piles in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
By car:
General Event Parking: There is no designated parking available for the event. There are parking spaces around the perimeter of the park. Parking is mainly free but some restrictions apply. Therefore please park carefully and responsibly and consider access for residents and emergency vehicles.
Blue Badge Parking: There are some blue badge spaces close to all of the entrances to the park.
Volunteer Parking: There is no designated parking available for the event. There are parking spaces around the perimeter of the park. Parking is mainly free but some restrictions apply. Therefore please park carefully and responsibly and consider access for residents and emergency vehicles.
Drop Offs: (TBC)
Electric Charging points: The nearest charging point is on Henry Street, HD1 4DA.
Public transport and pedestrians:
Pedestrians: The closest entrance to the event site for pedestrians on foot is on Park Drive.
Bus: Various buses run from Huddersfield Bus Station to Greenhead Park. It is approx. 3 minutes by bus.
Train: Huddersfield Westgate train station is opposite Huddersfield Bus Station. It is approx. 3 minutes by bus. Please check Yorkshire Metro for up to date travel information.
Cycling & Bike Racks: (TBC)
We aim to provide our supporters with as much information as possible in our "Course Description" and "Travel notes" section, so that they can make an informed choice based on their own specific needs.
We have assessed this route and concluded it is wheelchair accessible with assistance. The course terrain may vary according to recent weather conditions.
We aim for maximum accessibility at our events. Our contact centre and on-site team are ready to assist with any needs or questions you may have.
Additional Support request badges are available, and our Event Managers are trained 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.