Race For Life Cheltenham
Flat 5K around Cheltenham Racecourse, combining grass, woodchip and paths while raising funds for life saving cancer research.
| Date | Sunday 28th June, 2026 |
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| Distance | 5K + other events: 10K, 3K |
| Terrain | Mixed Terrain |
| Location | The Racecourse |
| Town/City | Cheltenham |
| Area | Gloucestershire |
| Start postcode | GL50 4SH |
| Start time | 11:00am |
The Race for Life Cheltenham 5K is a community fundraising event held at Cheltenham Racecourse, raising vital funds for Cancer Research UK. Welcoming runners, joggers and walkers of all abilities, the event encourages participants to complete the course at their own pace while supporting life saving cancer research.
The route starts and finishes in front of the grandstand before following a flat circuit contained within the racecourse grounds. Combining grass, woodchip and paved paths, the course provides an enjoyable and accessible 5K suitable for first time participants as well as more experienced runners.
With a friendly atmosphere, refreshments, accessible facilities and enthusiastic support around the course, the Race for Life Cheltenham 5K provides an inspiring day of community participation. Every entry helps fund life saving research, making each step part of the effort to help beat cancer.
