Race for Life Southampton 2026

Pretty Muddy Southampton is a Race for Life mud-run event held at The Common in Southampton, Hampshire. The primary event is a 5K, approximately 3 miles, featuring obstacles that involve climbing, crawling, and sliding, rather than focusing on a fast road-race time. It begins in the early afternoon with a relaxed atmosphere; most participants will likely take about an hour to complete the course, with no requirement to finish by a specific time. The course is designed for participants to get dirty at their own pace, making it suitable for friends, families, solo entrants, and individuals seeking a charity challenge without the structure of a timed race. Funds raised support cancer research via the Race for Life programme, with fundraising options available through GoFundMe. The Southampton event also includes a Fun Run and a Pretty Mud Kids Race, offering a muddy experience for younger participants before the main 5K.