Due to the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone across the UK our Aviaries and part of the lakes area are closed.

We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site.

2025 Run Thorpe Park

Join #TeamRaystede to run through the theme park and be first in line to enjoy the rides!

Sign up today on the Run for Charity website!

5k Run:
Registration Fee: £10 (plus 40p booking fee)
Fundraising Target: £100 (exc. Gift Aid)

10k Run:
Registration Fee: £15 (plus 60p booking fee)
Fundraising Target: £150 (exc. Gift Aid)

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Event Date

7 September 2025

Location

Thorpe Park, Surrey

Join #TeamRaystede and take part in Run Thorpe Park to help injured and unwanted animals in need!

We’ve teamed up with Run for Charity to offer you the chance to take on this exciting challenge.

Run 5km or 10km around the rides and rollercoasters inside the fantastic Thorpe Park Resort and be first in line to enjoy everything the theme park has to offer.

This is an event for the entire family, with the 5km open to 11+ years and the 10km open to 15+ years.

Whichever distance you choose, your entry includes a ticket for the full day to Thorpe Park Resort, which is home to thrilling rides and attractions.

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.

Apply for a Raystede Place Got Your Own Place?

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 special Run Thorpe Park medal on the day

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.

Apply for a Raystede Place Got Your Own Place?

The difference your money makes...

  • £100 could buy a day’s worth of bedding to keep our horses, ponies and donkeys warm.
  • £200 is enough to buy a month's worth of food for our rabbits.
  • £350 can help us care for a cat in our cattery for a month.

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