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Fancy-dress fun run on the Isle of Wight

Help Wildheart Animal Sanctuary celebrate its 50th anniversary in style by signing up to its new 5K fancy-dress fun run on Sunday, 5th July! Starting and finishing within the grounds of the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, and taking in some of the island's best beach views, Run Wild is the perfect opportunity to lace up, dress up and let out your wild side!

Family-friendly fun run

Whether you're coming as a speedy cheetah, a proud lion, or a herd of matching zebras, this family-friendly fun run is perfect for all ages and abilities. As you head into the final stretch, you'll pass by our white lioness Frosty's habitat before crossing the finish line in our picnic area, where cheers, celebrations and well-earned refreshments await.

Every step will help us raise vital funds to support the incredible rescued animals in our care. So, join the stampede and help make Run Wild a roaring success!

The details:

• Date: Sunday, 5th July, 2026
• Times: Check-in opens at 8:15am, there will be a warm up at 8:50am, and the run will start at 9am.
• Earlybird registration: £16 per adult, £12 per child, 25% discount for teams of 4 people or more
• Registration includes: Entry to the run, free parking, entry to the Sanctuary on the day and a medal at the finish line
• Spectator tickets: Family and friends can get 10% off Sanctuary entry on the day
• Fundraising target: £50 per person

Register today!

To register please visit the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary's website.