Colchester Stampede 10K
Date: 18th May 2025

Minimum Age: 17

Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Heckfordbridge, Colchester CO3 0SL

Come and run at Colchester Zoo, home to over 160 species and set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes!

The Zoo is proudly listed in the top 2 zoos in the UK and listed as the 11th best zoo around the world as part of the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Attractions.

Every step you take gets Dementia Carers Respite (DCR) closer to ensuring family carers of people living with dementia have the break they so deeply deserve. Every finish line you cross is a life you change.

Unbelievably in the UK, 45% of people with dementia depend fully on a Family Carer because they do not qualify for NHS or Council support and have no means for the cost of private care. It is where DCR comes in and why we need your help.

Caring for a loved one with dementia is an act of profound love, but it can also be an unrelenting responsibility. The exhaustion, both physical and emotional, can be overwhelming.

Imagine being able to offer family carers—those unsung heroes—a precious moment of rest. A moment to breathe, to recharge, to simply be themselves, knowing their loved one is in the safe hands of professional carer.
This is what Dementia Carers Respite is all about.

Many good charities exist but we are the only charity dedicated to closing the gap, funding respite for family carers so they can continue their vital role with renewed strength and resilience. But we can’t do it alone. We need you.

By signing up for the Dementia Carers Respite Run, you’re not just running you are fighting for the dignity of family carers and the people they love. You’re giving family carers the chance to sustain their love and care without breaking under the weight of it.

DCR have secured amazing and exciting venues for you to run, places that will inspire you as you make a difference. But remember, places are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Use the link below to select your preferred venue and secure your spot today. https://runforcharity.com/dementia-carers-respite/bespoke

If you have a specific venue in mind that isn’t listed, don’t hesitate to reach out to us and we will do our best to make it happen for you. Contact us at support@dementia-respite.org.uk