Race for Life Bedford 5k

By car:

General Event Parking: Dedicated parking is in the Bedford Athletics Stadium parking field and is approximately 1km from the start line. Please follow Event Day Parking signs and steward directions on the day. This is a free car park. Signage will direct you from the car park to the event site.

Blue Badge Parking: Blue Badge parking can be found in the main Priory Country Park Car Park using the main entrance off Barker's Lane. Follow Blue Badge signage and steward directions on the day. Parking is free of charge.

Volunteer Parking: Volunteer parking can be found in the main Priory Country Park Car Park using the main entrance off Barker's Lane. Follow Volunteer signage and steward directions on the day. Parking is free of charge.

Drop Offs: Dropoff area is located in the main Priory Country Park Car Park using the main entrance off Barker's Lane. Follow Blue Badge signage and steward directions on the day.

Electric Charging points: There are none available at this event.



Public transport and pedestrians:

Pedestrians: There are various access points to Priory Country Park from external roads. The main entrance is off Barkers Lane.

Bus: The closest bus stop is on Malmsbury Way and the No. 10 bus route runs from here.

Train: Bedford Railway Station is approximately 3 miles away and Thameslink provide services on this line.

Cycling & Bike Racks: There is a cycle rack outside Cloverdale Cafe. There are several routes into the park for cyclists.

The start and finish is in between the hedges by the Cloverdale Café, on the field directly next to the lake, near the outdoor gym equipment and play area.



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Bring along as many supporters as you like to cheer you on! We’ve got things for everyone to do. After you've completed the course, stay on and celebrate with other participants, friends and family with a picnic in the park.

Are dogs' allowed at the event?: No