Bath & Bristol Railway Races
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Event overview
The Bath & Bristol Railway Races take place on Sunday 11th October 2026 in Bath and Bristol, UK. The route follows the original train line from Green Park Station in Bath to Bristol Temple Meads. The course is 100% tarmac and runs through countryside before entering Bristol. The original railway was in use from 1869 to 1971. Between 1979 and 1986 Sustrans converted the railway path into the first route on the National Cycle Network.
Races, course features and logistics
- 2 km Fun Run
- 10 km (Kelston Park return)
- Half marathon (out-and-back to Bitton Station)
- 25 km (Bristol Temple Meads)
- Marathon (Eastville return)
- 50 km (Bristol Temple Meads return)
The half marathon includes about 2.5 km in each direction running alongside the Avon Valley Railway, an active heritage line. The 25 km, marathon and 50 km routes pass the Avon Valley Railway station at Bitton and continue past restored signal boxes and stations at Warmley and Mangotsfield. The listed event location is Green Park, Bath, BA1 1HZ. Ticket sales for this event are closed and tickets are currently sold out; ticket sales originally closed on 2nd October 2026. Organiser: Relish The Great Outdoors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.