Race for Life Pretty Muddy Wakefield

Wakefield Pretty Muddy 5k : Thornes Park, 13 June 2026

The event is a Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course at Thornes Park, Wakefield. The course involves climbing, crawling and sliding over a mix of surfaces and elevations and raises funds for Cancer Research UK. Participants must be at least 13 years old. Entry fees listed are Adults £22.49 and Children £12.00, with a minimum fundraising target of £50.00.

The start and finish are on grass and are located on the playing field near the children's playground. The route combines surfaced paths, woodland tracks and undulating grassed areas and includes rolling hills, downhill sections and uphill gradients. The terrain can be uneven.

Facilities on site include refreshments and toilets. The event is not suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs are not suitable. Dogs, bag drop and showers are not available. Blue badge parking for accessible users is available in the Athletics Stadium car park; there is no designated event parking and town centre pay and display car parks are approximately a 10 to 15 minute walk away. The nearest train station is Wakefield Westgate, about a 10 to 15 minute walk. Cycle parking is not available.

Participants receive a fundraising pack, a customisable back sign, training plans and a Race for Life medal. Marshals are present to assist on the course; those with medical conditions are advised to seek medical advice beforehand. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.