Race for Life Pretty Muddy London - Clapham Common

London, United Kingdom • 23 May 2026

Race for Life Pretty Muddy London - Clapham Common

The event is a 5k obstacle course held at Clapham Common (Windmill Drive, SW4 9DE). The route starts and finishes on gravel and otherwise follows a mixture of grass and tarmac paths. A course map is available but may be subject to change.

Participants climb, crawl and slide around a series of obstacles. Start times are arranged in staggered waves approximately every 15 minutes. The event is open to people aged 13 and over; separate Pretty Muddy Kids events are available for younger children.

The venue meeting point is the gravel football pitches just off The Avenue behind Mount Pond. General event parking is not provided; the nearest Blue Badge parking is on Windmill Drive or Broomwood Road. Public transport options include Clapham South station (about 0.5 miles) and local bus services on Broomwood Road. Bike racks are available on the common and near Clapham South station.

Onsite facilities listed include refreshments, toilets and a bag drop. Dogs are not permitted. The event is not suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs are not suitable.

Entry prices and a minimum fundraising target are stated. Registered participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training support and a Race for Life medal on completion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Pretty Muddy 5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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