Race for Life Leicester - Victoria Park
The event takes place on Sunday 12 July 2026 at Victoria Park, London Road, Leicester. Entry is for ages 16 and over. A minimum fundraising target of £50 applies. Ticket prices range across categories.
Available distances:
- 10k
- 5k
- 3k
The start and finish for the 10k are on grass. The 10k course uses a mixture of grass and tarmacked paths, follows a flat, mixed terrain route and is run as a double lap. Course routing is subject to change. Information about the 5k and 3k course layouts is not specified.
Facilities and accessibility notes state that refreshments and toilets are provided, dogs are allowed, and the venue is suitable for pushchairs. The course is described as accessible for wheelchair users with assistance; wet weather may affect suitability and an alternative shorter course could be offered. Sunflower wristbands are available at the enquiries marquee, Event Managers are trained Dementia Friends, and a QR code will provide British Sign Language stage content.
Travel notes mention limited parking at and around the venue, a drop-off area and blue badge parking at Victoria Park Car Park off Granville Road, many nearby bus routes, and Leicester train station approximately a ten minute walk away. A bike park is available on site.
Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training support and a finishers medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 12 July 2026
Time: 09:30
Venue: Victoria Park, London Road, Leicester, LE1 7RY
Course Information
The start and finish are on grass. The course is on a mixture of grass and tarmacked paths. With its picturesque setting, participants will enjoy the flat, mixed terrain route. The 10k course is a double lap.
Please note, the course map is subject to change.
Travel Information
By car: Limited general event parking is available. Drop-off and blue badge parking are at Victoria Park Car Park off Granville Road. Volunteer parking is also available here.
Public transport: Many bus routes serve Victoria Park. Leicester train station is a 10-minute walk away.
Cycling: A bike park is available on site.
Facilities
Refreshments, toilets, dogs allowed, suitable for pushchairs, wheelchair accessible (with assistance).
Accessibility
The start and finish areas are on grass. The route is mostly on grass, suitable for wheelchair users with assistance. Wet weather may impact suitability. Tarmac paths are available around the course.
Sunflower wristbands are available. Event Managers are trained Dementia Friends. British Sign Language stage content is available via a QR code.