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How far is 5k?

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How far is a 5k?

Five kilometres is just over three miles, or about the same length as a walk with the dog, a spot of sightseeing or a shopping trip.

This accessible distance is what makes Race for Life the perfect event to take part in with your friends and family.

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    So how far is 5k exactly?

    5k is ...

    • walking the circular route at Braids Hill in Edinburgh
    • strolling up and down Southend promenade
    • not much further than walking Cardiff’s Centenary Walk
    • following the Thames from Westminster Bridge to the Tower of London
    • walking from Whiteladies Road in Bristol down to the Floating Harbour
    • the same as Belfast’s famous ghost walk
    • a shopping trip in Leeds finishing in the Corn Exchange
    • sightseeing along the eastern tip of the Isle of Wight coastal path
    • walking from Nottingham Station to Council House three times

    Join the Race for Life 5k

    Now you know how far 5k is, why not find an event to enter? Race for Life events are completely non-competitive - there's no pressure to finish in a certain time.

    We have more than 170 Race for Life 5k events taking place across the country in 2020. Use the box below to find your nearest event or 

    Find out more about our 5k events.

    FIND AN EVENT

    Or join the 10k route

    RFL 10K

    If you'd prefer a longer route, why not join the Race for Life 10k?

    Find out how far 10k is