Race for Life Royal Tunbridge Wells
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About the race
Royal Tunbridge Wells 5k 2027 is a Race for Life event organised by Cancer Research UK at Dunorlan Park, Pembury Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells TN2 3QN. The event lists a minimum fundraising target of £50 and entry prices shown for adults and children.
Available distances:
- 3k
- 5k
The course starts and finishes on grass beside the park lake, between the cafe and the boat hire building. The route is a mixture of terrain with some tarmac sections and is mainly grass and woodland; it includes inclines and declines. The start, finish and course are on uneven, slightly sloped ground that may become soft or muddy in wet weather. The event is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for pushchairs.
Participant rules and tickets: the main event is for ages 16 and over. Child entry is for ages 6 to 15 and must be registered and accompanied on the day by a parent, guardian, or an adult with parental consent. Adults registered for the event may bring children under 6 free of charge but those children will not be registered participants.
Travel and facilities: general event parking is not available due to the Pembury Road car park closure; a free Park and Ride runs from the town hall. Blue Badge parking is available in the Pembury Road car park. Bus routes 6 and 277 stop nearby and Tunbridge Wells station is a short taxi ride or about a 25 minute walk. Refreshments and toilets are available; there is no bag drop or showers and no cycle racks. Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training support, community access and a finishers medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
