Please Note!

Due to the current Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, our Aviaries and fowl areas remain closed to the public. Good news - the terrapin sanctuary and dog walk have now reopened. We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still very much open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site.

Scheduled maintenance for Café Raystede in January 2026

Café Raystede will be closed for general maintenance from Friday 2 January, reopening on Saturday 17 January.

2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon

Join #TeamRaystede and run through some of the world’s best known and loved parks.

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Registration Fee: £25
Fundraising Target: £350 (exc. Gift Aid)

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Event Date

11 October 2026

Location

London

Join #TeamRaystede and run the 2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon to help injured and unwanted animals in need!

The incredible 13.1 mile route takes you through four of the eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens – and past some of the capital’s most iconic sights; including Buckingham Palace, The Mall and the Royal Albert Hall.

Billed as the UK’s most scenic and greenest half marathon, this is a challenge not to be missed!

Join our team with one of our guaranteed charity places, or if you’ve already purchased your place in the event, sign up with your own place.

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By taking part, you will receive:

  • A fundraising pack
  • A personalised Raystede running vest - proudly show off that you're part of #TeamRaystede
  • Support leading up to the event
  • Tips and advice to help you achieve your fundraising target
  • A dedicated cheer point to keep you motivated during the event

General entry place runners: Did you secure your own place? Set your own fundraising target and we’ll support you in all the ways above and send you a vest after you’ve received your first donation on your JustGiving page.

Sign up for a Raystede Place Got Your Own Place?

The difference your money makes...

  • £350 can pay for a fortnight's worth of food for our equines.
  • £450 could pay for a PACE day in the community.
  • £600 helps care for a dog for a week at Raystede.

Any Questions? Please contact the events team on 01825 840 747 or email fundraisingevents@raystede.org