Race for Life Wakefield 5k

Cancer Research UK - Race for Life logo

From Cancer Research UK - Race for Life

  • Date Sat 15th June 2024
  • Location Thornes Park, Horbury Road, Wakefield, WF2 8TY
  • Price £15.99
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Race for Life Wakefield 5k

Sat 15th June 2024

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Event summary

Join Cancer Research UK for the Race for Life Wakefield 5k on Saturday 15th June 2024. This event is perfect for those looking for a achievable challenge, as the 5k distance is a great starting point for most people. Taking place in Wakefield, participants can walk or run the course at their own pace, with no pressure to finish in a certain time. By taking part, you'll be helping to fund life-saving cancer research while enjoying a fun and rewarding event. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and get active in support of a great cause!

Race for Life Wakefield 5k

Sat 15th June 2024

A group of men and women wearing pink shirts and sporting bib numbers run underneath a blue "Start" arch at a Race for Life event. The event is organized by Cancer Research UK, as indicated by the logo and banner. Trees and a bright blue sky are in the background.

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.

Races

  • Adults

    Entry for Adults 18 and Over

    Sat 15th June 2024 (00:00)

    £15.99

    CLOSED

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  • Adults

    Entry for Adults 18 and Over

    Sat 15th June 2024 (00:00)

    £15.99

    CLOSED

How to Get There

Pedestrians: The closest entrance to the event site for pedestrians on foot is Horbury Road entrance.

General Event Parking: There is no designated event parking available at the venue.

Please utilise town centre Pay and Display Car Parks which are and approximately a 10-15 minute walk to Thornes Park. The postcode for the event site is Horbury Road,WF2 8TY however we do not have any parking facilities for participants at this event so please consider this in advance. The car park by the Athletics Stadium is closed to participants due to the route running alongside it. Thornes Road car park is open as usual for park users.

Blue Badge Parking: Blue badge parking only is available in the Athletics Stadium car park. The journey to the event site from here is a short walk on a tarmac path then onto grass.

Volunteer Parking: The car park by the Athletics Stadium within the park can be used by blue badge holders

Drop Offs: Drop offs can be made at the Horbury Road entrance but please note there is no parking here

Public Transport:-

Bus: Wakefield Free City Bus links the city's Westgate and Kirkgate train and bus stations. Buses run every 10 minutes from 8.30am-5pm on Saturdays.

Train: The nearest train station is Wakefield Westgate Rail Station which is a 10-15 minute walk away.

Electric Charging points: The nearest Electric Charging Point is Genie Point charging station at 81 Dewsbury Rd, Wakefield WF2 9BL

Cycling Bike Racks: None available at venue

Further Information

We aim to provide our supporters with as much information as possible in our "Course description" and "Travel notes" sections so that they can make an informed choice based on their own specific needs.



We have assessed this route and concluded it is not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain and elevations of the course.



Nearby accessible events are: Barnsley, Huddersfield and Bradford.



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]



We aim to have a British Sign Language Interpreter available on stage whilst our event host is speaking

Meeting Point Information

The start and finish lines are located within Thornes Park on the playing field near the children's playground.



If using what3words, enter ///puzzle.loads.sheep in the free app, to find the exact starting point.

Event Day Information

We are delighted to welcome spectators to Race for Life so please do bring your family and friends along to cheer you on and support you on the day.



If you feel you might need extra help at the event please do pick up abadge 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.



Dogs are allowed at this event providing they are on a short lead.

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