Race for Life Carlisle 5k
From Cancer Research UK - Race for Life
Event summary
The 5k distance, which is just over 3 miles, is designed to be an achievable challenge for everyone, making it an ideal starting point for novice runners and walkers alike. Whether you choose to stroll, jog, or run, there’s no pressure to finish within a specific time—just enjoy the experience and contribute to life-saving cancer research. Join us in Carlisle for a day filled with positivity, community spirit, and the opportunity to support a vital cause!
Race for Life Carlisle 5k
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Event information
There is parking available at the Devonshire Walks Car park, just across the road from the start line in Bitts Park. Please note, this is a pay and display car park.
Please use the ‘Plan a Journey’ pages of cumbria.gov.uk to plan your journey.
Please check back for details on electric charging points and bike racks
In wet weather a large section of the course will be inaccessible to wheelchair users which will significantly reduce the distance. The grassy start/finish area will also be difficult to access.
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 [email protected] .
If using what3words, enter ///leaves.perky.mirror in the free app, to find the exact starting point.
If you feel you might need extra help at the event please do pick up a special badge at the Blue Enquires Marquee so that our crew and volunteers can look out for you.
Our team of Event Managers are proud Dementia Friends.
Organiser's description
Cancer Research UK - Race for Life
Race for Life is Cancer Research UK’s biggest series of fundraising events. Taking place across the UK, the events include 3k, 5k and 10k routes as well as our Pretty Muddy obstacle events. Race for Life started 28 years ago as a women-only event. The first event was held in Battersea, in 1994, where 750 participants raised £48,000. Since that point, Race for Life has grown into a series of hundreds of events across the country, raising nearly £900 million towards beating cancer over the last quarter of a century. In 2019, for the first time, the Race for Life opened its doors to men to participate too, making it a truly inclusive event, giving people the chance to come together with their family and friends, and join the movement to help beat cancer.
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