Race for Life Wigan
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Wigan 5k : Race for Life at Haigh Woodland Park
The event is a Race for Life running event held at Haigh Woodland Park in Haigh, Wigan WN2 1PE on Friday 07 May 2027. Available distances include:
- 3k
- 5k
The course starts and finishes in front of Haigh Hall and follows woodland trails through the park. The route uses tarmac and other paths that can be uneven, narrow in places and may become slippery in poor weather. The course includes steep inclines and declines, with a reported maximum gradient of 60% on sections without alternatives.
Event parking is provided at the main car parks of Haigh Woodland Park; a charge of £3 per car applies. Blue badge parking spaces are available approximately 300 m from the event site on a tarmac path. The nearest public transport links mentioned are Wigan Bus Station and Blackrod Train Station. Pedestrian access is via the park main entrance, about 300 m from the event site.
Facilities listed as available include refreshments, toilets, provision for dogs and suitability for pushchairs. The event is not wheelchair accessible; alternative accessible 5k events are noted nearby. Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training materials, access to an online community and a Race for Life medal on completion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
