Take part in Preston Race for Life 2026 (and here's a discount code)

People are being invited to go ‘all in’ against cancer this spring by signing up for Race for Life in Preston.

Cancer Research UK’s much-loved events, which raise funds for life-saving research, are returning to the city. Anyone who signs up between Monday March 23 and Sunday April 19 can claim 50 per cent off the entry fee as part of a special sale by using the code SPRING26.

All ages and abilities can take part in Cancer Research UK's Race for Life | Race for life

placeholder image — All ages and abilities can take part in Cancer Research UK's Race for Life | Race for life

Money raised at Race for Life enables scientists to find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer – to bring about a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer. It funds world-class research to help beat 200 types of cancer. including bowel cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, testicular cancer, brain cancer, children’s cancers and leukaemia.

The Race for Life 3k, 5k and 10k events take place at Avenham and Miller Park, South Meadow Lane, Preston on Saturday June 6. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. On the same day there’s a chance to take part in Pretty Muddy, a 5k mud-splattered obstacle course, and there’s a Pretty Muddy Kids option for children aged six to 12.

Entries are also open for Pretty Muddy, mud-splattered 5k obstacle course | Race for life

Annabel Underwood, Cancer Research UK’s spokesperson in the North West, said: “It’s time for Preston to go all in against cancer, all in to help fund life-saving research. “Sadly nearly 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime* but all of us can support the research that will beat it. Spring is an ideal time to commit to getting more active as the days get a little warmer. We’d love for as many people as possible across Preston and the North West to join us. Race for Life powers progress and it relies on a whole community of people coming together, united by a common purpose to beat cancer. Whether you’re a five-a-side crew, book club, dance troupe, yoga club, fancy doing something with your friends- or on your own- we want everyone to join us.

“For those who do enjoy a challenge, our 10k events will again be chip timed, perfect for anyone wanting to track their progress or aim for a personal best. But Race for Life is non-competitive. People can walk, jog or run and go at their own pace. What matters is showing up together. There is a race for everyone and we mean everyone.”

Since it began in 1994, more than 10 million people have taken part in Race for Life, contributing millions of pounds towards life-saving research. Over the past 50 years, Cancer Research UK funded scientists have helped to nearly double breast cancer survival in the UK. The charity also helped prove the link between tobacco and cancer, preventing millions of deaths worldwide.

To sign up, visit raceforlife.org

Events are taking place across the North West:

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