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Upcoming 10K races near Bristol

This week 3
5JUL
Run · road · 10K
Race for Life Bath 10K
Bath · 18 km away
5JUL
Run · road · 10K
Hereford Couriers Summer Sizzler 10k 2026
HEREFORD · 67 km away
8JUL
Run · road · 10K
Well Run X Hawkstones 10k, 5k & 1k
CHELTENHAM · 76 km away
JUL 7
17JUL
Run · trail · 10K
GWR Towpath Series Race 3
Bristol · 3 km away
19JUL
Run · trail · 10K
Ross River 10K
Ross on Wye · 51 km away
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19JUL
Run · road · 10K
Lightning Bolt 10K Race 3
Wiltshire · 36 km away
20JUL
Run · road · 10K
Thruxton 10K Series July
Andover · 74 km away
21JUL
Run · road · 10K
Thruxton 10k Series Round 3 & One Lap Fun Run
Andover, Hampshire · 74 km away
25JUL
Run · road · 10K
Ooops I Ran It Again - Wales
Aberdare CF44 7PS · 67 km away
29JUL
Run · road · 10K
Bugatti 10k
Gotherington · 69 km away
AUG 18
4AUG
Run · trail · 10K
SW Coast 2 Coast
Dunster · 66 km away
8AUG
Run · trail · 10K
Crickhowell 10K
Gilwern · 58 km away
9AUG
Run · road · 10K
Bath Two Tunnels Railway Races - August 2026
Bath BA2 1LX · 17 km away
9AUG
Run · trail · 10K
Ramsbury Gold 10K
Aldbourne · 68 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 10K
South West Spartan Event Weekend
Badminton · 24 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 10K
Lightning Bolt 10K: Race 4
Wiltshire · 36 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 10K
Cardiff Running Festival
Cardiff CF10 3ER · 41 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 10K
Ramsbury Gold 10k
Marlborough SN8 2NN · 65 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 10K
Two Tunnels Railway Races (Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)
Bath · 13 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 10K
Frome Running Festival
Frome · 31 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 10K
Lockleaze Sports Centre Community Fun Run
Bristol BS7 9XF · 5 km away
16AUG
Run · trail · 10K
Ramsbury Gold 10km
Aldbourne · 62 km away
22AUG
Run · road · 10K
Great British Bake Run - Wales
Aberdare CF44 7PS · 67 km away
22AUG
Run · trail · 10K
2025 Beast of Llangattock 32M, 20M, 10M & 10Km
Llangattock · 58 km away
23AUG
Run · road · 10K
Severn Bridge 10k
Chepstow · 22 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 10K
Cardiff Pentath-Run (CPR)
Cardiff · 40 km away
30AUG
Run · road · 10K
Cheltenham Half Marathon
Cheltenham · 61 km away
30AUG
Run · road · 10K
Bridgwater Half Marathon
Bridgwater · 46 km away
SEP 12
5SEP
Run · road · 10K
Flying Monk Malmesbury 10K
Wiltshire · 38 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 10K
Wilne 10K
Draycott · 25 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 10K
2026 CDF 10K
Cardiff · 40 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 10K
Run For Tash 10K
Bath · 18 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 10K
Westonbirt Arboretum Half, 10km, 5km & 1 Mile Fun Run
Tetbury · 37 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 10K
Bridgwater Half Marathon & 10K
Bridgwater · 43 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 10K
Cardiff 10k
Cardiff City Centre · 40 km away
13SEP
Run · road · 10K
Charlton Hayes 5k and 10k Fun Run
Bristol BS34 · 8 km away
13SEP
Run · road · 10K
Angels 10k
Gloucester · 58 km away
20SEP
Run · road · 10K
Run Cheltenham
Cheltenham · 61 km away
27SEP
Run · road · 10K
Devizes 10km
Devizes · 44 km away
27SEP
Run · road · 10K
RTT Margam Trail 10K & 5K
Port Talbot SA13 2TJ · 79 km away
Bristol · 80 km
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Recurring 10K races near Bristol

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Doughnut Dash - Wales
SAT OCT 3
Run as far as you can in seven hours in Dare Valley Country Park. You'll receive a goody bag and a themed medal.
Bristol Epic Trail Sponsored By GORUCK
SUN OCT 4
The Bristol Epic Trail Ruck is a trail event at Ashton Court Estate in Long Ashton, near Bristol, offering 10k or 6k routes. It is part of the Epic Trail Ruck Series, sponsored by GORUCK. Participants can enter as a weighted ruck or a standard trail run. Each distance has three categories: Pro Ruck, Novice Ruck, and Trail Run. For Pro Ruck, men carry 25lb/11.3kg and women carry 15lb/6.8kg. For Novice Ruck, men carry 15lb/6.8kg and women carry 10lb/4.5kg. The ruck categories use GORUCK Rucker 4.0 backpacks supplied at the event. The Ashton Court route features challenging climbs and undulating terrain, with open views of the surrounding area. All participants in the same category start together and receive a finish time. This setup accommodates individuals racing competitively, those new to rucking, and trail runners not carrying weight. Overall winners in each category receive prizes. SUPERHUMAN SPORTS organizes the event, focusing on outdoor venues and fitness challenges for both everyday athletes and more competitive participants.
Bath & Bristol Railway Races October
SAT OCT 10
The Bath & Bristol Railway Races October begins at Green Park Station in Bath, directing participants along the former railway line toward Bristol Temple Meads. Distances include 10K, half marathon, 25K, 50K, and ultra, catering to those seeking a short, flat run or a lengthy trail challenge. This event is noted as Relish Running's flattest race; the railway setting is integral, with the course mirroring the gentle gradients engineered for trains. The half marathon follows an out-and-back route to Bitton Train Station, featuring 2.5K each way alongside the Avon Valley Railway. This line operates heritage trains on its original tracks, meaning participants share the day with active railway history, not a preserved artifact. The race incorporates both current and historical railway elements, and the Bath-to-Bristol direction establishes a distinct local character for the series, connecting two significant West Country stations.
Bath & Bristol Railway October
SUN OCT 11
The Bath & Bristol Railway October is a running event held in Bath, England, during October. It takes place on and around the former railway corridor connecting Bath and Bristol. The event offers multiple distances, from a 2 km option up to 50 km, including 10 km, half marathon, 25 km, and marathon distances. Race conditions are typically autumnal, with average weather around 10.8°C, light wind, and high humidity. The route utilizes a former railway line, incorporating transport history alongside the running course. This line, which opened in the nineteenth century and closed in the twentieth, was later repurposed by Sustrans as the initial route of the National Cycle Network. Bath provides a notable setting, being a UNESCO World Heritage site with proximity to Roman Baths and Georgian streets. The event's atmosphere reflects its local railway connection, with one participant describing it as “Sooo British.”
Bath & Bristol Railway Races Autumn
SUN OCT 11
Black To The Trails 2026
SUN OCT 11
Make history at the world's most ethnically diverse trail running event. The atmosphere and scenery suit all abilities. A 1K run is available for the whole family at Black To The Trails.
Grittleton 10K
SUN OCT 11
The Grittleton 10K is a 10 km race starting at 10:30am from Grittleton Village Hall, located near Chippenham in Wiltshire. This local event follows a mostly flat, single-lap course, suitable for both new runners and those aiming for a fast finish. The route includes kilometre markers, chip timing, and pacers from the #iCompetePaceTeam to assist runners in maintaining their target pace. Bibs and timing chips are collected at race day registration. Finishers will receive a medal. The village hall facilities offer toilets, race photography, homemade cakes from Cakes by Nikki, and hot and cold drinks from Really Awesome Coffee.
Scare Bear Run 2026 - Wales
SAT OCT 17
Scare Bear Run is a themed running event in Wales, centered on a 7-hour time challenge. Participants select their own distance, starting with a minimum of 3km and adding laps as desired within the time limit. A lap is 4.37 miles (7km), though the organizer might use a 3.28-mile loop if course conditions necessitate. Runners of all abilities are welcome, including walkers. The finisher's reward is a medal inspired by the Care Bears.
Lightning Bolt Fast 10K Race 5
SUN OCT 18
The Lightning Bolt 10K, Race 5, is a rural 10k held near Langley Burrell, close to Chippenham in England's South West. It begins at 10:30 on a Sunday and is designed for rapid road running. The officially measured course features only 14 metres of elevation, and organizers state it is the South West's fastest and flattest 10k. The event is UKA/Run Britain registered, employs chip timing, and is suitable for many runners, from novices to elite athletes aiming for quick times. The start is approximately a 1k walk from Race HQ, and the finish is 500 metres from base. Mile markers are placed along the course, pacers are available for target times between 35 and 75 minutes, and the cut-off time is 1 hour 15 minutes. Race 5 also serves as the venue for the South West Club/Team Championships, offering awards for mixed, male, and female teams, alongside prizes for the largest team presence and the club demonstrating the most spirit. The rural location necessitates an unusual instruction: runners are advised on safely passing horses, which includes announcing their approach, slowing down, passing with ample space, and stopping if a horse shows distress. Course records are 30:08 for men and 32:49 for women, indicating a genuinely fast pace at the front.
Clock Change Challenge Autumn
SAT OCT 24
The Clock Change Challenge Autumn is a road race day held at Calne Community Campus in Calne, Wiltshire, with the start located at SN11 0SP. It features accurately measured 10K and 5K races, alongside a 1.5K Fun Run, catering to league runners, new adult participants, younger runners, and families on the same morning. The 10K is included in the Wiltshire Road Race League as Race 8. The 10K is open to individuals aged 15 and above, and the 5K is open to participants aged 11 and up. All 10K and 5K finishers will receive a custom event medal, and Fun Run finishers will also receive a medal. The course records are 30:27 and 36:42 for the 10K, and 15:10 and 18:05 for the 5K.
Stroud Half Marathon
SUN OCT 25
The Stroud Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race held annually in Stroud, Gloucestershire. It begins at 9:00 from Cainscross Road, adjacent to Marling School's field, and concludes in the same vicinity. Organized by Race Nation Events, this half marathon features a course suitable for runners aiming for a fast time, as well as those running recreationally or for the first time. The course is predominantly flat, with a slight incline encountered between miles 6 and 7. Runner feedback mentions quiet country lanes, open roads, and some unevenness. The measured route remains consistent year to year, and pacers have been provided. The event takes place concurrently with a Stroud 10k race. Parking is situated away from Marling School, with free town centre car parks typically a 10-15 minute walk from the start line.
Cardiff 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Half Marathon MoRun
SUN NOV 1
MoRun Cardiff is a Movember running event held at Coopers Field in Bute Park, near the city end and central Cardiff. It features four distances on the same morning: a Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and a 1.5k Mini MoRun for children and families. The Half Marathon begins first, followed by the 5k and 10k, with the Mini MoRun later. Registration opens early, race numbers and timing chips are collected on site, and all distances are chip timed with instant results at the finish. The route follows the paths of Bute Park, with runners grouped by estimated finish time and staggered at the start to prevent path congestion. The field is broad: half marathon runners, 10k and 5k runners, children, families, friends, first-timers, fundraisers, and those attending for the Movember spirit. Fancy dress is part of the day, and participants are encouraged to grow a moustache or paint one on. Every finisher receives a MoRun medal and headband, with additional prizes for fastest MoBro, fastest MoSista, best dressed, and best Mo. The event supports Movember, raising money and awareness for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.
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Bristol Training Notes

Bristol hosts 74 10K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run Bristol like a hill session with views attached. The Frome Valley Walkway can stretch up to 30 km, and the canopy and sound of the river mask the urban bustle. Stoke Park Estate gives 5-8 km loop options, while Clifton Down and the Avon Gorge trails cover 5-10 km. Ashton Court Estate has 5-15 km of trails, and Leigh Woods has 5-20 km when you want to take your Z2 run off-road. Bristol Run Club, Queen Square Running Club, Southville Running Club, Westbury Harriers, and Vegan Runners, Bristol keep the week busy. Great Bristol Run and the Bitton 5k series anchor the calendar.

Locals ride out from the city centre on the Bristol and Bath Railway Path, then turn base miles into proper work on the Bristol Green Belt 360. Bristol Road Club runs every Saturday all year round, with two-four groups rolling at 26-33 km/h over 90-160 km. Das Rad Klub gives the gravel crowd a natural home. Ashton Court and Leigh Woods put mountain bike trails 10 minutes outside Bristol, with singletrack close enough for a lunch blast. The South 180 loop is definitely more hilly and technical, and Dundry Hill gives the legs a clean reminder. Keynsham off-road climb brings the Rocky Horror Show energy.

Spring and Summer suit Bristol best, because the days run warmer and the dry windows make intervals, long runs, gran fondo prep, and cyclocross skills feel easier to place. Summer brings variable sunshine, rain, and clouds, so locals keep a second layer nearby and use The Downs, Harbourside, Ashton Court, and Leigh Woods when the city gets crowded. Autumn and winter turn wetter, and winter frosts are frequent while snow occasionally falls from early November to late April. The cycle track from town to Fishponds stays useful, and the city centre still gives runners smooth pavements, cobbled paths, and city lights reflecting off the water.