Cambridge Race for Life is cancelled
Cambridge Race for Life has been cancelled this summer.
The much-loved event, which raises money for vital research by Cancer Research UK, was due to be held at Jesus Green on Sunday, July 5.
But the charity has taken the decision to cancel a number of Race for Life events this spring and summer across the UK to protect the country’s health during the coronavirus outbreak.
More than 4,000 people took part in Cambridge’s Race for Life last year.
Gemma Turpin, Cancer Research UK event manager for Cambridge, said: “As the coronavirus outbreak continues to unfold, we are listening to the advice and guidance of the UK Government carefully.
“While our priority is ensuring that people affected by cancer get the support and information they need during unprecedented times, we’re having to work quickly to understand the impact the pandemic will have on Cancer Research UK’s fundraising.
“We have urgently reviewed our events, including Race for Life.
“As the safety of our supporters, volunteers, suppliers and staff across the hundreds of Race for Life events due to take place in 2020 is incredibly important we have made the decision to postpone the events scheduled in May, June and July.
“We will aim to deliver as many events as possible later in the year but unfortunately Race for Life Cambridge has for this year been cancelled.
“We know this will be a huge disappointment to our supporters, but I’m sure they will understand. We’ll be in touch with everyone who has signed up as soon as possible to let them know next steps.
“Since it began, Race for Life has raised over £890m for Cancer Research UK’s life-saving work. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has taken part and hope their support will continue.”
Participants who have signed up for the 5K and 10K races will be contacted directly by the charity.
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