09 May 2026: Run for Wildlife - Banham Zoo 5k

Run wild at the annual Banham Zoo 5K proudly sponsored by Everywhen Insurance.   Race your way through scenic parkland before hitting an unforgettable lap around Norfolk's biggest zoo!

Along the route, you'll run by kangaroos, emus, towering giraffes, maned wolves, vultures, llamas, gelada baboons, penguins, lemurs, meerkats and more. It's the closest you'll get to running with the animals.

With a wild atmosphere and a mostly flat course, this run is perfect for everyone — from first-time 5K runners to PB-chasers looking to channel their inner cheetah.

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

When: 9 May, 8am-12pm

Where: Banham Zoo, Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich

Cost: £17.50

Contact: for more information email info@zsea.org