Colchester Zoo Stampede Half Marathon

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  • Date Sun 2nd October 2022
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Colchester, Essex
  • Price £36.00 - £48.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Colchester Zoo Stampede Half Marathon, hosted by RunThrough Events on Sunday, October 2nd, 2022! This exciting event takes place in the beautiful setting of Colchester, Essex, giving participants the unique chance to run through one of the UK's top-rated zoos. Runners will kick off their journey with a 1k stretch inside the zoo before hitting the closed roads, making this a truly special race. With a strict 3-hour cut-off time, this half marathon is perfect for both seasoned runners and those looking to enjoy a scenic course while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the event benefit Action for the Wild, ensuring that your participation contributes to wildlife conservation efforts. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to run, explore, and make a difference!

Colchester Zoo Stampede Half Marathon

Sun 2nd October 2022

Three images showing runners in a race passing by elephants in an outdoor enclosure. The participants are smiling and raising their arms in excitement. They wear numbered bibs and athletic outfits. The background features greenery and a clear sky.

Organiser's Description

Join us for the unique opportunity to run the Colchester Stampede Half Marathon on October 2nd 2022 at Colchester Zoo.

*PLEASE NOTE: Due to road closures in place for this event there is a strict 3 hour cut off time!
The event, which supports the charity Action for the Wild, will run through the Zoo for 1k before heading out onto the closed roads before finishing back inside the Zoo.

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.

Races

  • Half Marathon

    £36.00

    CLOSED
  • Half Marathon + Event T-Shirt

    £48.00

    CLOSED

Event Video

Reviews

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4.7

3 reviews

Martin avatar
Martin

·3 years ago

Was great race, was nice to start and finish in the zoo all the animals were out so got see them and get picture if wanted. Marshals were really good fully enthusiasm and encouragement but I think it could have done with a second water station on the run itself. Looking forward to next years
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Kathryn-Marie

·6 years ago

Lovely route albeit a bit hilly. It was pouring down with rain at this years Colchester stampede half marathon but the organisers and volunteers were still out in full force with smiles on their faces. Lovely route on flat closed off roads and nice to start in the zoo by the elephants! There are small hills throughout with gentle inclines, nothing too challenging however the last mile is a bit of a killer with a much larger hill just before entering back into the zoo where there are a few sharp corners and steep small hills approaching the finish line. The last mile is usually where I like to sprint it out so this was pretty difficult but all in all a great race!
JD
Jonathan

·6 years ago

A well organised event. Well organised and marked out route just needed better post race facilities so could change out of race kit as it rained heavily during run

Location

Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Stanway, Colchester CO3 0SL, UK

Who's In

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Hayley Bell

Lisa Wells

Martin Russell

Paul Timson

Paul Timson

Stephanie Licence

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