The Winter Gmu

MAR
7
2026
Read all about the The Winter Gmu on 7 Mar 2026 in Bristol.
Sat 7 Mar 2026
45 miles 30 miles

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Event details

The Winter Green Man Ultra is a looped trail race around the Community Forest Path near Bristol. Distances offered:

  • 45 miles / 72 kilometres
  • 30 miles / 48 kilometres

The 45 mile race is a full anti-clockwise loop starting and finishing at Ashton Park School. The 30 mile event is a partial anti-clockwise loop that starts near Keynsham and finishes at Ashton Park School. The 45 mile course lists about 945 metres ascent, a 12 hour cut-off, four checkpoints and 3 UTMB points. The 30 mile course lists about 580 metres ascent, a 9 hour cut-off and two checkpoints.

Course support, rules and kit

The course is self-navigation. GPX files and written directions are provided by the organiser and pacers called timelords run to target finish hours to help with navigation and pacing. Checkpoints offer water and a selection of food; example items include sandwiches, malt loaf, cake, squash, cola and hot soup at the finish. The race is cup-free so runners must carry a reusable cup. Some checkpoint toilets are external or portaloo only; inside checkpoint buildings are not available to competitors after they start.

All entrants must be at least 20 years old and carry mandatory kit. Required items include a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, printed map or GPS, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, emergency food and a basic first aid kit. Entry fees are non-refundable; transfer and deferral options are available for an additional charge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

45 mi
The Winter Green Man Ultra 45
30 mi
The Winter Green Man Ultra 30

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