Howletts Cheetah 5K
Support the Aspinall Foundation - Join the pack, go wild and race among the animals!
Take part in a truly unique 5K at Howletts Wild Animal Park and support The Aspinall Foundation in their vital conservation work. This year's race edition will be celebrating and supporting the rewilding of Edie, the South African cheetah. Race registrations also include full entry into the park for runners after the event.
The Howletts 5k will take you through 90 stunning acres of ancient parkland, where you will be cheered on (or maybe just watched) by more than 45 species of rare and endangered animals including elephants, gorillas, tigers and lions. The event will start before the park opens its gates to the public, giving you an exclusive glimpse behind the scenes.
Route Information
The course is described as multi terrain and undulating. View and download detailed route maps (including GPX files).
How your race helps: Rewilding The First Captive Cheetah from Australia
Few conservation stories capture the imagination quite like the journey of Edie, a female cheetah whose path spans continents, collaborations, and a commitment to restoring one of Africa's most iconic predators. Today, Edie thrives as a fully rewilded cheetah at Mziki Reserve, in South Africa, but her story began thousands of kilometres away at the Wild Cat Conservation Centre in Australia. Being leading experts operating at the forefront of cheetah rewilding in South Africa, The Aspinall Foundation was one of the key partners in the rewilding journey. Edie's relocation to South Africa formed part of an international partnership aiming at bolstering the genetic diversity and long-term stability of cheetah populations in the region. With global cheetah numbers continuing to decline, such cross-border cooperation is increasingly vital. Just signing up and running supports wildlife conservation stories such as these. Every step you take makes a difference.
Cheetah Champions Entry
By purchasing the Cheetah Champions entry, you will be paying an additional £12.50 as a donation to support essential veterinary care for a year, including sedation for the translocation of cheetahs to other reserves, helping to reinforce the broader cheetah metapopulation. This donations goes directly to The Aspinall Foundation so that they can continue their incredible work.
Race Highlights
- Exclusive access to Howletts Wild Animal Park for runners
- Run amongst rare wildlife
- Celebrate conservation success
What’s Included
- Bespoke medal
- Full park entry for runners
- Pre-public entry to the park
- Free parking
- 25% discount for friends and family admissions
On-the-Day Entry Fee (subject to availability)
- 5k: £30
Event information will be sent out to all registered entrants prior to race day.