Coronavirus: Race for Life events in Kirkcaldy postponed

The Race for Life, which includes a 5k, 10k and the pretty muddy obstacle course, had been set to take place in Beveridge Park on June 14.

But organisers have taken the decision to postpone it as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

The event will now take place on October 4.

All the money raised from the annual fundraiser helps scientists to find new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer.

Organisers said that participants who have already signed up for the Race for Life event in June can now transfer their entry to the new date in October.

Entries are also open for more people to sign up at raceforlife.org

Lisa Adams, Cancer Research UK spokeswoman in Scotland, said the Kirkcaldy event is just one of its many fundraisers across the country which have had to be postponed: “As the coronavirus outbreak continues to unfold, we are listening to the advice and guidance of the UK Government carefully,” she explained.

“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 including the Race for Life Glasgow this May.

“We will aim to deliver as many events as possible later in the year.”

She added: “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.”

For more information, visit raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.

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