Race for Life Pretty Muddy Swindon
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About the race
Swindon Pretty Muddy 5k takes place at Lydiard Park, Hook Street, Swindon SN5 3PA on Saturday 01 May 2027. The event is a 5k obstacle course where participants climb, crawl and slide over a mixture of tarmacked paths and woodland trails. The start area is on grass in line with the children's play area outside the Jungle Parc and Forest Cafe. The route includes hills, uneven ground, twists and turns and finishes on grass near a large oak tree.
Course maps may be subject to change. Wave start times are staggered every 15 minutes and marshals are available on the course to assist participants. Entry categories and key requirements are stated: adult and child tickets are available, child entry covers ages 6 to 15 and must be registered and accompanied by a parent, guardian or an adult with parental consent. Children under 6 may attend free but are not registered participants.
Participants must be aged 13 or older to take part in the Pretty Muddy 5k event. Event facilities include toilets and refreshments. Event parking is provided free on grass inside Lydiard Park via the gate off Hook Street with stewarded signage; blue badge parking is available close to the event site. The event is not wheelchair accessible.
Electric vehicle charging, bike racks and showers are not available. A minimum fundraising target of £50 applies. Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training materials and a Race for Life finishers medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.