The Summer GMU
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Event
The Summer MTC Green Man Ultra takes place on 22 August 2026 and is organised by Ultra Running. The event uses the Community Forest Path around Bristol and is run in a CLOCKWISE direction for both distances. The race base and finish is at Ashton Park School, with the shorter route starting at The White Horse, Hambrook.
Race details
Distances:
- 45 miles
- 30 miles
The 45 mile race is a full clockwise loop of the Community Forest Path. The 30 mile event is a partial clockwise loop that shares the same checkpoints and finish as the 45, but has a different start location. The 45 mile race lists a total ascent and descent of 945 metres and carries 3 UTMB points.
Checkpoints: four checkpoints are used on the 45 mile route; two checkpoints are used for the 30 mile route. Checkpoint provisions typically include water, squash, cola, sandwiches, cake and light snacks; competitors must bring their own reusable cup as the race is cup-free. The event uses chip timing at start and finish and will include competitor tracking from 2026. Cut-off arrangements require completion within a 12 hour window for the full route.
Practical and safety rules: entrants must be at least 20 years old, carry mandatory kit (for example a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, map and compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, emergency food and a basic first aid kit) and register online in advance. Finishers receive a bespoke Green Man medal; from 2026 race shirts are offered as an optional extra at checkout. Runners who complete both the winter and summer 45 mile events in the same year are awarded a GMU buckle, with four tiers based on cumulative time (sub 15, sub 18, sub 21, sub 24 hours). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
