Colchester Zoo Stampede
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Event overview
The Colchester Zoo Stampede 10K is scheduled for Sunday, 17 May 2026 at Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Stanway, Heckfordbridge, Colchester CO3 0SL. The event is organised in partnership with Larking Gowen and supports Mid and North East Essex Mind and Colchester Zoological Society. Individual entry for the 10K is listed at £45; a group booking option for six places is listed at £205. Colchester Zoo is described as spanning 60 acres and housing over 260 species. The race entry includes free Colchester Zoo entry on race day.
Course and race details
The course begins with a 1 km loop through the zoo grounds, then continues onto surrounding closed roads before finishing back inside the zoo. The surface is road and the route has an elevation gain of 77 m. Included with entry are chip-timed results, a unique themed medal, free race photos and post-race goodies. The event also features an event village with food and drink options and items provided by partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.