Race for Life Newcastle 5k

Cancer Research UK - Race for Life

From Cancer Research UK - Race for Life

Sunday 12th July 2026 Past event
Newcastle upon Tyne
£15.99 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Join us for the uplifting Race for Life Newcastle 5k, hosted by Cancer Research UK, on Sunday, 12th July 2026! This exciting event will take place in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, offering participants a fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a spirited day out.

The 5k distance, which is just over 3 miles, is perfect for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned runner or taking on your first challenge. With no pressure to finish in a specific time, you can walk, jog, or run at your own pace, all while supporting vital cancer research. Come together with friends, family, and fellow participants to create a sense of community and empowerment. Don’t miss this chance to contribute to a worthy cause and have a great time doing it!

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  • Adults

    Entry for adults 18 and over

    11:00

    £15.99

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Organiser's description

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.

Location

Town Moor, Near Exhibition Park, Newcastle, NE2 4PZ

Cancer Research UK - Race for Life

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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