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A weekend of running celebrations!

  • 12 - 13 Sep 2026
  • Richmond Upon Thames
  • £20 - £30 registration fee
  • £200 - £400 sponsorship commitment

Join us for Richmond RUN-FEST, with routes starting inside the beautiful Kew Gardens, finishing in a music festival finish in the heart of Richmond upon Thames. The event is beginner friendly, flat and fast!

Join Team Cats now and make a real difference to the cats and kittens that need our help.

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How much do I have to raise?

For the 10K there is a registration fee of £20 and we ask for a minimum sponsorship commitment of £200.

For the half marathon there is a registration fee of £25 and we ask for a minimum sponsorship commitment of £300.

For the full marathon there is a registration fee of £30 and we ask for a minimum sponsorship commitment of £400.

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Already got your own place? 

Join our team of Cat Champions to get a Cats Protection running vest and then simply set up a fundraising page and raise whatever you can to help the cats and kittens.

How we'll support you with your challenge

We'll be with you every step of the way, from sign-up to the finish line! When you join Team Cats, you’ll get a first-class experience including: 

  • dedicated support from our Events team, who will answer any questions and offer personalised fundraising advice 
  • a jam-packed Fundraising Handbook containing downloadable resources, tips, advice and inspiring stories from previous Cat Champions! 
  • branded technical vest or t-shirt to wear with pride during training and on race day 
  • access to our community of Cat Champions, where you’ll connect with other cat lovers, exchange training and fundraising ideas and advice, and share your cutest cat photos! 
  • stories about the cats you’re helping, and even the chance to visit your local Cats Protection, to see firsthand the impact your fundraising will make 
Why should I take part for Cats Protection

Two reasons, both are as important as each other.

  • firstly, to make life better for millions of cats across the country. Your generosity and kindness enables our teams to go on caring for cats 
  • secondly, for yourself! By taking part in this run, it can be a fantastic and fun way to challenge yourself, mix up your day to day, get fit and raise vital donations for cats in need. We like to think of it as the good kind of nervous. You’re getting out of your comfort zone but you’ll be having so much fun doing it!

You'll also receive some fantastic benefits! Some of the fun things you’ll get by taking part include:

  • free entry into Kew Gardens for you and your supporters
  • a great goody bag including post-race snacks and a drink
  • a fantastic medal
  • an official Run-Fest technical running t-shirt (male and female cut)
  • course entertainment including Dj's and cheer stations
How we're helping cats in the south east

From our three London based Adoption Centres, North London, Mitcham and Harrow to volunteer-run branches across the region, our teams work tirelessly to help abandoned, unwanted and neglected cats in the south east.

You're able to nominate any local Cats Protection branch or centre to receive 100% of the money you raise from your challenge, helping the cats and kittens in your chosen area.

I've got a query - how can I get in touch?

If you have questions, please call our Events team on 01825 741 960 or email events@cats.org.uk.

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