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Roam any distance your way - all in the name of cats

  • 27 Feb - 31 Dec 2025
  • Wherever you wish
  • £22 registration fee *includes a Cats Protection beanie or water bottle!*

Wander wherever, whenever and however you wish to create a better life for cats.

You’ll have the freedom to choose how you reach your distance goal, whether that's a walk every day for a month or one big trek. Whatever you decide, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Ready to Roam for Cats right now? So are we! Sign up for our Big Winter Roam challenge:

Join the Big Winter Roam

What is Roam for Cats?

Roam for Cats is a walking challenge open to people of all abilities to take part, including those who may need to rely on a mobility aid when completing some or all of their miles.

You have the freedom to decide exactly where and when you want to tackle your miles.

What's more, you'll receive your choice of an exclusive Cats Protection water bottle or beanie hat when you register to roam!

Just by signing up, you’re already making a huge difference to the lives of cats. Why not go one step further and get sponsored for your challenge to make an even bigger impact for cats!

How far do I have to walk?

You can select one of our set challenge distance below, or you can choose your own distance. The choice is yours!:

  • 15 miles
  • 50 miles
  • 100 miles

When can I sign up?

Registrations for Roam for Cats 2025 will open on February 28. Or, you can roam right now and brave the cold for cats this February by joining our Big Winter Roam challenge!

Register to Roam

Where can I do my miles?

Anywhere! All you need is some appropriate footwear for your walk and to dress for the weather, the rest is up to you.

How can I track my miles?

There are many apps you can use to track your distance, but we recommend Strava. Alternatively, you can map out your route in advance or following your walk and record the distance.

How much money do I have to raise?

It costs £22 to sign up which includes your exclusive Cats Protection beanie or water bottle. This money will support our work making a better life for cats. You can also set up a JustGiving page and fundraise for your challenge, meaning your miles will make an even bigger impact on the cats that need our help.

Why should I Roam for Cats?

You’ll feel amazing inside and out as you accomplish your Roam for Cats challenge. Not only will this challenge get you strolling in the fresh air, each step you take will be a step towards a better life for cats across the UK.

Got another question about Roam for Cats? Take a look at the FAQs page.

How your miles will help cats

Without your support, the teams at our centres and branches across the UK simply wouldn’t be able to provide the incredible level of care they do on a daily basis for cats in need of our help.

  • £20 could cover the cost of 12 blankets, providing comfort and warmth to a number of cats while they wait to find their new home 
  • Just £50 could cover the cost of feeding 250 cats in our care for a day
  •  £100 could provide a microchip scanner to one of our facilities to check all new cats coming into our care and help reunite them with their owners

You can choose any local Cats Protection branch or centre to receive 100% of your registration fee and the funds you raise from your challenge, making life better for the cats in your area.

Get in touch

Thank you for your support. If you have any questions, take a look at the event FAQs here, or you can contact our Events team at events@cats.org.uk or call 01825 741 960.

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