Race for Life Falmouth 10k & 5k
Race for Life Falmouth takes place at Gyllyngvase Beach Car Park in Falmouth (Spernen Wyn Road, TR11 4PA). The event offers chip-timed running on tarmac roads through Falmouth town centre, including a climb up Cliff Road, a loop around the Castle, and a return down Cliff Road. The 10k is a double lap of the 5k course. Over 50% of the route is on an incline, with a reported maximum ascent of 148 m.
Distances
- 10k
- 5k
Facilities listed for the event include refreshments and toilets. Dogs are not allowed. There are no showers, no bag drop, no cycling racks, and no electric vehicle charging points. Blue badge parking is available on Queen Mary Road approximately 90 m from the site; some local roads will be closed for the event. General event parking is provided at Swanpool Beach Car Park, about 0.8 miles away, which is around a 17 minute walk from the venue. The nearest train station is Falmouth Town Station, around a 10 minute walk to the event area.
The organiser sets a minimum fundraising target of £50. Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training support materials, community access, and a Race for Life medal on completion. Wheelchair access is available with assistance; some site elements may not be suitable for pushchairs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 09 May 2027
Time: 11:00
Venue: Gyllyngvase Beach Car Park
Course Information: The course is on tarmac roads throughout Falmouth town centre, heading up Cliff Road, looping around the Castle and back down Cliff Road. Over 50% of the route is on an incline which is rewarded with wonderful views. The 10k course is a double lap of the 5k course.
Facilities
- Refreshments
- Toilets
Not Available
- Dogs not allowed
- Bag drop
- Showers
- Not suitable for pushchairs
- Wheelchair accessible (with assistance, some site elements may not be suitable)
Travel Information
- By car: General Event Parking at Swanpool Beach Car Park (approx. 17 min walk). Drop off points on Queen Mary Road or Swanpool Car Park.
- Blue Badge Parking: Available on Queen Mary Road.
- Public transport: Nearest train station is Falmouth Town Station (approx. 10 min walk).
What you'll receive
- A fundraising pack with tips
- A customisable back sign
- Training plans and support
- Access to our Facebook community
- A Race for Life medal