Please Note!

Due to the England-wide Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, our Aviaries, lakes and Sanctuary area are closed to the public. We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still 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 Vitality London 10,000

Join #TeamRaystede for an unforgettable 10k in the capital!

Register your interest for 2026

Complete the form and be the first to hear about our places in the 2026 event

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Event Date

27 September 2026

Location

London

Congratulations to our #TeamRaystede runners for completing the 2025 Vitality London 10,000!

Please click here to register your interest in the 2026 event, or see our other running events here.

Whether you want to have a relaxed run around the capital, or aim for a personal best, the celebratory Vitality London 10,000 is an event for all to enjoy.

This iconic 10k will take you past some of London's most famous and impressive landmarks, like St Paul’s Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament, before finishing outside Buckingham Palace.

It doesn't matter if you're a keen runner or someone who doesn't own running shoes yet, the fantastic atmosphere of the day will keep you going until you get to the finish line.

The 2025 event has now passed, but you can register your interest to take part in 2026.

Register Your Interest for 2026

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

The difference your money makes...

  • £200 could help us care for a rabbit for a month.
  • £350 can pay for a month's worth of care for an aviary bird.
  • £600 could cover the cost of caring for a dog for a week.

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