Heligan parkrun: Register your interest
19th Nov 2025
We’re excited to share the news that parkrun is coming to Heligan with a proposed launch date pending for this winter.
What is parkrun?
parkrun is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. parkrun is 5k and takes place every Saturday morning across the country and around the world.
parkrun is positive, welcoming and inclusive, there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to come along.
How can I get involved?
We’re now gathering a team of volunteers to help bring Heligan parkrun to life.
To make the event run smoothly, we’ll need timekeepers, tail walkers, marshals, course checkers, barcode scanners and a variety of other supporting roles.
If you can spare a couple of hours on the occasional Saturday, please scroll down to register your interest. As soon as preparations progress, we’ll be in touch with next steps.
All volunteers and runners will need to register with parkrun. It’s completely free. You can do this by clicking here.
Once we’re up and running, you’re very welcome to take part in the event yourself.
Where will the course go?
Our 5k woodland route will begin at the top of the Woodland Walk, weaving through some of the most beautiful corners of the Heligan Estate before skirting the edge of the sub-tropical Jungle, past the Play Meadow and finishing near the barn.
When will the first event be held?
We’re aiming to launch in December, but we can only do this with your support.
Please register your interest below and help us make Heligan parkrun a reality.
To stay up to date, keep an eye on our website, newsletters and social media channels for further launch details.