Bath & Bristol Railway Races

OCT

11

2026

A set of tarmac road-surface races along the old Bath to Bristol railway, with distances from a 2 km fun run up to 50 km, passing the Avon Valley Railway and historic stations en route.

Sun 11 Oct 2026

Bath, South West (England)

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50 kilometers Marathon 25 kilometers Half Marathon 10 kilometers

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Bath & Bristol Railway Races - Autumn 2026

The Bath & Bristol Railway Races follow the route of the former train line from Green Park Station in Bath to Bristol Temple Meads. The course is described as the flattest in the organiser's calendar and is 100% tarmac, offering a road race style route through green countryside into central Bristol.

The original railway was in use from 1869 to 1971. Between 1979 and 1986, Sustrans converted the disused line into what became the first route on the National Cycle Network. Along the running route there are visible reminders of the railway heritage, including restored signal boxes and stations.

The Half Marathon is an out-and-back route to Bitton Train Station, with 2.5 km in each direction running alongside the Avon Valley Railway, an active heritage line that still operates on the original route. The 25 km, Marathon, and 50 km courses also pass the Avon Valley Railway at Bitton and continue toward Bristol, running past picturesque stations at Warmley and Mangotsfield.

Location: Green Park, Bath, UK, BA1 1HZ. The event organiser is Relish The Great Outdoors, which organises family and beginner friendly running events in the South West of England.

Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.