Race for Life Wakefield
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Race for Life Wakefield 10k
The event takes place on Saturday 12 Jun 2027 at Thornes Park, Horbury Road, Wakefield WF2 8TY. The start and finish are on a playing field near the children's playground.
Available distances:
- 10k
- 5k
- 3k
The course surface is mixed: grass, surfaced paths and woodland paths. The start and finish are entirely on grass which can be uneven. The route includes undulating grassed areas, rolling hills, sloping downhills and uphill gradients. The 10k is a double lap of the 5k course. The route may become soft or muddy in wet weather and some sections may be slippery.
Entry and access details: the 10k is for participants aged 16 and over. Child entry is for ages 6 to 15 and children must be registered by a parent or guardian. Children under 6 can be brought free of charge but are not registered participants. The event is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for pushchairs. Blue Badge parking is available about 100 m from the event on grass.
Travel and facilities: there is no designated event parking; town centre Pay and Display car parks are approximately a 10 to 15 minute walk away. The nearest train station is Wakefield Westgate, about 10 to 15 minutes on foot. Available facilities include refreshments and toilets. Cycling racks are not provided.
Participants receive event support materials such as a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training plans and a Race for Life medal. The event is chip timed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
