The Howletts 5K

2027 dates TBC

Howletts 5k Run - Returning in 2027!

After another brilliant Howletts 5K, we’re already looking forward to doing it all again in 2027.

Each year, runners take on a unique 5K route through Howletts Wild Animal Park, helping to support the conservation work of The Aspinall Foundation along the way.

Details for the Howletts 5K 2027 will be announced soon.

Keep an eye on this page and our social channels for the latest updates.

Volunteers for 2027 needed!

If you love animals and are pasionate about conservation, join us, and hundreds of runners, for our popular fun runs. We need help with marshalling the course, giving directions, and handing out medals. Because we know your time is valuable, anyone volunteering at this event will get a free pass to the animal park after the event has finished as a thank you.

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Highlights from Howletts 5K 2026

What a day! Hundreds of runners joined us at Howletts Wild Animal Park for the 2026 Howletts 5K, taking on the course in support of conservation.

From the excitement at the start line to the celebrations at the finish, here are just a few of our favourite moments from the day.

A huge thank you to everyone who ran, supported, volunteered and helped make the event such a success.

We’re already looking ahead to 2027, with more details coming soon.

Run for Conservation

The Howletts 5K isn't your average run.

Set within Howletts Wild Animal Park, it brings together runners, families and supporters for a fantastic day while raising vital funds for The Aspinall Foundation's conservation work around the world.

We're already looking forward to 2027 and can't wait to welcome runners back.

Why is conservation work so vital & how do The Aspinall Foundation help?

Across the world, wildlife is under increasing pressure from habitat loss, poaching, the illegal wildlife trade and other threats.

The Aspinall Foundation works to protect endangered species, restore wild populations and return animals to the wild wherever possible. From rewilding projects to habitat protection and long-term conservation programmes, our work is focused on helping wildlife thrive where it belongs.

This vital work is only possible thanks to the generosity of friends and supporters.

By taking part in events like the Howletts 5K, our supporters help us continue this important work for wildlife around the world.

More details about the Howletts 5K 2027 will be announced soon.

Fundraise for Conservation

Without your support, we would not be able to continue our work in countries all around the world. You can fundraise by setting up a JustGiving page. Have your friends and family support you in the fight for conservation!

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We are proud to be registered with the UK’s Fundraising Regulator.

We are thrilled to announce Talis Independent Financial Advisers are proud sponsors of The Howletts Cheetah 5K.

Contact us

Please contact Amy Bumstead, Fundraising Administration Executive
E: AmyB@aspinallfoundation.org
T: 01303 234191