Run Banham Zoo

Run for Wildlife - Banham Zoo 5k

The Run for Wildlife - Banham Zoo 5k is a 5 kilometre race held at Banham Zoo and sponsored by Everywhen Insurance. The course goes through scenic parkland and includes a lap around the zoo, passing animals such as kangaroos, emus, giraffes, maned wolves, vultures, llamas, gelada baboons, penguins, lemurs and meerkats. Some species may be off-show during the race to protect animal welfare.

Race entry includes full-day entry to Banham Zoo on race day, a finisher medal, discounted zoo tickets for friends and family, access to the Race Day Village and eligibility for fundraising prizes. The event supports the Zoological Society of East Anglia and fundraising is organised via a GoFundMe page, with a prize for the top fundraiser.

Event details include an entry fee of £17.50, a maximum field of 1000 runners, and a minimum age of 6 years with under 11s required to be accompanied by an adult. Buggy runners and babies in slings are not permitted. Free parking is available. Race numbers are collected on the day and a bag drop is provided. Refreshments include post-race water stations and hot food and drinks available to purchase. Entries are non-refundable and cannot be deferred; transfers to another runner are permitted until midnight before the event. Official race T-shirts are sold separately for adults and children. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.