Sun 17 May 2026 Colchester, Essex, UK

Colchester Zoo Stampede 10K

The Colchester Stampede 10k presented by Larking Gowen event has a route like no other and one you wont want to miss out on.

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  • Sun 17 May 2026
Colchester Zoo, Colchester
Colchester Zoo Stampede 10K

09:00

Age 15 & over

£42

  • 10 km road running + 77 m ascent

Event overview

The Zoo is proudly listed in the top 2 zoos in the UK and listed as 11th best zoo around the world as part of the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Attractions. In 2026 you will have the unique chance to run the Colchester Stampede 10k at Colchester Zoo. The event, which supports the charity Colchester Zoological Society, will run through the Zoo for 1k before heading out onto the closed roads before finishing back inside the Zoo. *There is a strict 90 minute cut off time for this event due to the road closures!

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Free venue entry
  • Newcomers
  • Spectators

Location

  • Bag storage
  • Free parking
  • Toilets

Route

  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • Marshals
  • Traffic free
  • Water stations

Sustainability

  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Race photo

Do it for charity

Looking to do this event for charity? Charity entry options are explained on the Colchester Zoo Stampede 10K charity places page.

Animals

PDSA

The UK’s leading veterinary charity, saving and protecting pets.

  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact
Charity place

Get a place from the charity.

Sign up
£20

Fundraise
£250

Entries

  • Age 15 & over
  • Entries open
  • Charity entries closed
  • Enter online
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