Race For Life Haydock
Scenic 5K at Haydock Park Racecourse, combining grass, tarmac, gravel and sand while raising funds for life saving cancer research.
| Date | Sunday 28th June, 2026 |
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| Distance | 5K + other events: 10K, 3K |
| Location | Haydock Park Racecourse |
| Town/City | Newton-Le-Willows |
| Area | Merseyside |
| Start postcode | WA12 0HQ |
| Start time | 11:00am |
| Organiser | Sarah Hunter |
| Website | Visit website |
The Race for Life Haydock 5K is a community fundraising event held within the grounds of Haydock Park 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 on grass before following a varied circuit of tarmac, gravel paths, grass and sand within the racecourse grounds. The mix of surfaces creates an enjoyable and varied 5K, offering a memorable setting for both first time participants and experienced runners.
With a friendly atmosphere, refreshments and enthusiastic support around the course, the Race for Life Haydock 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.
