Race for Life Pretty Muddy Newcastle

Newcastle Pretty Muddy 5k : Town Moor, Newcastle

Newcastle Pretty Muddy is a 5 km obstacle event held on the Town Moor, near Exhibition Park (NE2 3BX). The start and finish are on grass and the course is mainly on grass with small sections on paths. The meeting point is on the field adjacent to the Claremont Road bridge and Exhibition Park.

The event uses staggered wave starts every 15 minutes to manage numbers on course. Participants must be at least 13 years old on the day; there are separate Pretty Muddy Kids events for younger children. Marshals are stationed on course and participants may skip obstacles with marshal assistance.

Facilities on site include refreshments and toilets. The event is not wheelchair accessible; it is not suitable for pushchairs. Dogs, bag drop and showers are not available. No parking is provided on site; attendees are advised to use city centre car parks, with limited roadside parking on Claremont Road. Drop offs are possible at the entrance to Exhibition Park. The closest electric vehicle charging is at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. There are no bike racks.

A minimum fundraising target applies. 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.