Race for Life Portsmouth at Southsea Common
Portsmouth Race for Life takes place on Southsea Common on Sunday 9 May 2027. The event is organised by Cancer Research UK and includes a set of chip-timed running distances.
The course is a flat, double-lap route around Southsea Common and Castle Field, with views of Ladies Mile. The route surface includes tarmac and grass. The start and finish are on the grass adjacent to Clarence Esplanade. The course can experience seafront congestion and includes inclines and declines with a maximum gradient of 16 percent; an alternative route may be used that avoids these sections and may shorten the course. In wet weather grass sections may become soft or muddy.
Facilities listed for the event include refreshments, toilets, allowance of dogs, suitability for pushchairs, and wheelchair accessibility with assistance. On-site parking is not provided; Blue Badge parking is available on surrounding roads about 300 metres from the event site. Avenue de Caen will be closed as part of the route. The closest train station is Portsmouth & Southsea.
Entry includes a minimum fundraising target of £50. Earlybird prices are shown for adults and children. Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training materials and a Race for Life medal on completion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 09 May 2027
Time: 10:00
Venue: Southsea Common, Clarence Esplanade, Portsmouth, PO5 3NT
Course Information
Course Description: The Portsmouth 10k Race For Life route is a flat route running around the beautiful Southsea Common, Castle Field and taking in views of Ladies Mile. The event starts and finished on the grass at Southsea Common and is a double lap.
Facilities: Refreshments, Toilets, Dogs allowed, Suitable for pushchairs, Wheelchairs accessible.
Accessibility: The start and finish areas are on grass, which is flat and firm underfoot. In wet weather, the ground may become soft or muddy. The route includes tarmac and grass, with possible seafront congestion. In poor weather, grass may become muddy/soft, increasing assistance needs. Seafront includes inclines/declines (max gradient 16%); an alternative route avoids these but may shorten the course.
What you'll receive: A fundraising pack with tips, training plans and support, access to a Facebook community, and a Race for Life medal.
