Race for Life London - Victoria Park
The event takes place at Victoria Park in London on Saturday 11 July 2026 and is organised by Cancer Research UK. Entry is open to people aged 16 and over. The event lists a minimum fundraising target of £50 and ticket prices from £11.00 to £17.49.
Available distances:
- 10k
- 5k
- 3k
The course is a double lap of the 5k route, run on paths around the park. The start area is on hardstanding and the finish is on grass. Events are chip timed. The start and finish are located on the path between the Hub Cafe and the Burdett Coutts Drinking Foundation.
Facilities on site include refreshments, toilets, a bag drop, allowance for dogs, provision for pushchairs, and wheelchair accessible routes. Showers and event parking are not available. There are ten bike racks within the park. Blue Badge parking is available via St Marks Gate. Nearest rail stations named for access are Hackney Wick, Mile End, and Bethnal Green.
Accessibility measures include pathways that are flat, suitability for wheelchair users with assistance, Sunflower wristbands at enquiries, Event Managers trained as Dementia Friends, and a QR code on site to access British Sign Language stage content.
Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training resources, community support, and a Race for Life medal on completion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 11 July 2026
Time: 10:45
Venue: Victoria Park, 1 Grove Rd, London, E3 5AX
Age: 16 and over
Minimum fundraising target: £50.00
Course Information
The start is on hardstanding and the finish is on Grass. The course is a lovely double lap of the 5k Course, on paths around the park.
Travel Information
Public Transport Recommended: No designated event parking. Nearest stations: Hackney Wick Overground, Mile End (Central, Hammersmith & City), Bethnal Green (Central).
Blue Badge Parking: Via St. Marks Gate. Call 02089 855699 for access.
Facilities
Available: Refreshments, Toilets, Dogs allowed, Bag drop, Suitable for pushchairs, Wheelchairs accessible.
Not available: Showers, Event Parking.
Accessibility
Flat pathways, suitable for wheelchair users with assistance. Sunflower wristbands available. Event Managers trained as Dementia Friends. BSL stage content available via QR code.
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