The UK Government have applied an Avian Influenza Protection Zone across the UK. This means that we must close our Aviaries to the public until the restrictions are lifted.
We do NOT have this virus at Raystede but we are required to put in place a range of measures to protect our birds. We are still open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site – please book your ticket.
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50 Miles in March Virtual Event 2023

Why not take on a virtual challenge and help the Raystede rescue animals?

Take on 50 miles in March for animals in need
Whether you want to walk, run, swim or cycle - it is completely up to you! We want you to be a tortoise and not a hare, so take your time and complete the challenge at your own pace throughout the month of March. You might wish to take on 1.7 miles a day or you might want to conquer longer distances less often - but however you want to take on the challenge we know you will smash your 50mile target! This is a free challenge but we would love you to raise as much as you can – all the money you raise will go towards helping the animals at Raystede.
Once you have received your first donation we will send you out your #TeamRaystede t-shirt!

Here is how you can make the most of the event:

✔️ Join the Facebook group where everyone taking part can share tips, advice and progress on their challenge: 50 Miles in March Challenge 2023 | Facebook

✔️ You can fundraise for this event by setting up a Facebook Fundraiser at: https://www.facebook.com/fund/RaystedeCentre/

✔️Once you have received your first donation make sure to register for a free t-shirt and we will get that sent out to you – wear it with pride!

✔️ This is a free challenge but we would love for you to raise as much as you can – all the money you raise will go towards helping the animals at Raystede

✔️ If you raise £150 you'll receive a medal as a special thank you for your support

✔️If you want to track your fundraising then you can join #TeamRaystede on Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/1090017


Your kind donation helps us to rescue and rehome more animals in need.

We rely on your support to save animal's lives.

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