Run for Wildlife - Africa Alive 5k

Date: 29/08/2026

Location: Africa Alive

Website: link

Run wild for wildlife at Run Africa Alive 5K proudly sponsored by Everywhen Insurance  – a truly unforgettable race experience set in the heart of Africa Alive.

This isn’t just your usual 5K. It’s a chance to run for conservation, support animal welfare, and experience the zoo like never before. Follow a unique route through the park with rare, up-close views of some of Africa’s most iconic species. Along the way, you’ll pass giraffes, lions, antelope, meerkats, lemurs, African wild dogs and more, all set against stunning coastal scenery.

Run Africa Alive is perfect for everyone — from first-time runners and Couch to 5K graduates, to seasoned runners chasing a personal best.

What’s Included With Your Race Entry

• Full-day entry to Africa Alive on race day
• A unique finisher medal to wear with pride
• Discounted zoo tickets for friends and family
• Access to our Race Day Village atmosphere
• Fundraising prizes, including a reward for top fundraiser
• The chance to support conservation and animal welfare

Please note: to ensure the welfare of our animals, some species may be off-show during the race.

Gather Your Cheer Squad

Bring along friends and family to support you on the day. Spectators can enjoy discounted zoo entry, making it a brilliant day out together once you’ve crossed the finish line.

Spectator Tickets:

• Adults: £10
• Children: £5
• Under 2s: Free

Make Your Run Count For Conservation

Africa Alive is part of the Zoological Society of East Anglia, a charity dedicated to supporting wildlife everywhere. While sponsorship isn’t mandatory, every penny raised helps us protect wildlife and improve animal welfare. Fundraising takes place via our GoFundMe page, with a special prize for our top fundraiser.

Run, raise funds, and make a real difference.

Event details

Entry fee: £17.50 per person
Capacity: Max 1000 runners
Minimum age: 6 years old (under 11s must be accompanied by an adult)
Buggy runners and babies in slings are not permitted

Parking: Free parking available

Race numbers: Collected on the day
Bag drop: Available

Refreshments: Water stations post-race, plus hot food and drinks available to purchase

Race day timetable

• 08:30 – Zoo opens (runners and spectators arrive at Race Day Village)
• 08:30 – Runner registration opens
• 09:30 – Warm-up
• 09:45 – Race starts
• 11:00 – Zoo opens to the general public

Collect both medals

Why not make it a double? Sign up to Run Banham Zoo on 9th May 2026 and collect both connecting medals.

Official race T-shirt

What’s a race without a race T-shirt?

• Adults: £20 (XS–XL)
• Children: £15 (5/6, 7/8, 9/11, 12/14)

Before participating in the race, please take a moment to review our Code of Conduct (see below) to ensure a fair and smooth event for all participants.

Please note that entries are non-refundable and cannot be deferred. However, transfers to another runner are available until midnight the night before.  Simply log in to transfer your entry.

Runners of all abilities are welcome, so lace up your shoes and join us a wild time

Code of Conduct

We expect runners and spectators to respect all those involved in the Africa Alive 5k. We do not tolerate derogatory or demeaning conduct or language.

Scope: This document sets out the expected behaviour and explains what Africa Alive deems unacceptable behaviour - it applies to: Runners, spectators, and online interactions related to the Zoo

Expected Behaviour: ‘We Run With Respect’

Be considerate and supportive.

Respect the dignity and rights of others at all times.

Be prepared to challenge or report unacceptable behaviour that you witness.

Unacceptable Behaviour: Includes but is not limited to:

Intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory or demeaning conduct or language.

Harassment includes comments and gestures about gender, identity, ethnicity, faith, disability, age or appearance.

Physical contact that’s inappropriate or causes anxiety to another person.

Consequences of Unacceptable Behaviour

Unacceptable behaviour will not be tolerated.

All allegations of unacceptable behaviour will be investigated by Africa Alive’s Executive Team who will take any action(s) deemed appropriate.

This includes permanent or temporary bans and (if relevant) reporting to the appropriate authorities.

If you Witness Unacceptable Behaviour

If you are subjected to or witness unacceptable behaviour, please tell a Zoo Staff member as soon as possible. Confidentiality will be respected whenever possible (unless a criminal offence appears to have been committed).

You can report unacceptable behaviour to any club member, however, please also contact info@zsea.org

What the Zoo Will Do

We will take your allegation seriously and deal with it in a sensitive manner.

We will formally advise you of progress with the investigation within 28 days of the report being made to Africa Alive

We will advise of the outcome of your allegation.

Entries are non-refundable and unfortunately cannot be deferred but transfers to another runner are available until midnight on 21/08/2026. Login to transfer your entry.