Course
A single 5K loop contained entirely within Cheltenham Racecourse, home of the Cheltenham Festival. The surface is a mix of grass, woodchip and made paths, with the start and finish on tarmac in front of the grandstand. The route may be run, jogged or walked.
Key dates
- !RegistrationOpen now
- ★Race daySun 27 Jun 2027
About
Cancer Research UK's Race for Life 5K is held at Cheltenham Racecourse, world-famous home of the Cheltenham Festival jump racing. Runners and walkers cover a flat course around the racecourse grounds, raising money for cancer research.
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Race for Life County Durham
By the River Wear at Durham's cricket ground
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Kinder Trog
Fell race across Kinder Scout's Peak District plateau
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Race for Life Epsom and Ewell
Charity 10K through Epsom's Nonsuch Park
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Race for Life Cambridge
Charity 5K along the Cam at Jesus Green
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