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Half Marathon races near Bristol

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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Bristol

JUL 3

Run · road · Half Marathon

Black Mountains Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon

Hereford · 61 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

2025 Blacks 50 & 32 Mile Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon

Longtown · 62 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Ooops I Ran It Again - Wales

Aberdare CF44 7PS · 67 km away

AUG 10

Run · road · Half Marathon

Sturminster Newton Half Marathon

Dorset · 61 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Bath Two Tunnels Railway Races - August 2026

Bath BA2 1LX · 17 km away

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Run · road · Half Marathon

South West Spartan Event Weekend

Badminton · 24 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Cardiff Running Festival

Cardiff CF10 3ER · 41 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Two Tunnels Railway Races (Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Colourburst)

Bath · 13 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Frome Running Festival

Frome · 31 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Great British Bake Run - Wales

Aberdare CF44 7PS · 67 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Cardiff Pentath-Run (CPR)

Cardiff · 40 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Cheltenham Half Marathon

Cheltenham · 61 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Bridgwater Half Marathon

Bridgwater · 46 km away

SEP 8

Run · road · Half Marathon

Westonbirt Arboretum Half, 10km, 5km & 1 Mile Fun Run

Tetbury · 37 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Bridgwater Half Marathon & 10K

Bridgwater · 43 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Burnham Half Marathon

Burnham-on-Sea · 35 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Chippenham Half Marathon

Wiltshire · 33 km away

Run · trail · Half Marathon

Badminton Trail Runs

nr Chipping Sodbury · 17 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Cheltenham · 61 km away

Run · road · Half Marathon

Swindon Half Marathon

Swindon SN3 1PT · 60 km away

Run · trail · Half Marathon

Forest of Dean Autumn Half Marathon

Forest of Dean · 39 km away

Bristol · 80 km

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Recurring Half Marathon races near Bristol

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

Doughnut Dash - Wales

Run as far as you can in seven hours in Dare Valley Country Park. You'll receive a goody bag and a themed medal.

Cardiff Half Marathon

The Cardiff Half Marathon is a road race through Wales’ capital, run each year with a sell-out field of about 27,500 runners. It started in 2003 with 1,500 runners and is now the UK’s second largest half marathon, as well as Wales’ biggest mass-participation and multi-charity fundraising event. The course is flat and fast, passing Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, the Civic Centre and Cardiff Bay. The field stretches from first-timers and charity fundraisers to club runners and world-class athletes, with separate elite races for men, women and wheelchair racers. Crowds line the route in large numbers, and the race also sits in the SuperHalfs series alongside Lisbon, Prague, Berlin, Copenhagen and Valencia.

Weston Super Half

The Weston Super Half concludes on Weston-super-Mare’s Grand Pier, a distinctive feature distinguishing it from typical seaside half marathons. This autumn half marathon centers on Marine Parade in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, and includes shorter races like the Community Mile and a Fun Run alongside the main event. The course crosses the Weston coastline via closed roads, incorporates a segment on the beach, and passes through a nature reserve. Participants are treated to open sea views before reaching the pier for the finish. The event utilizes chip timing, retains historical results, and attracts charity runners, such as those fundraising for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity with their "Make your seconds count" initiative.

Bath & Bristol Railway October

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.”

Scare Bear Run 2026 - Wales

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.

Cardiff Taff Trail Half Marathon

The Cardiff Taff Trail Half Marathon begins at Pontcanna Fields Car Park, directing runners into one of Cardiff’s primary green spaces. This chip-timed half marathon features online entry, an 08:30 start, and race-number collection prior to the start. With a 3-hour cutoff, it is structured as an efficient city race, not an extended trail excursion. The course crosses Pontcanna Fields and Bute Park before proceeding north on the Taff Trail towards Tongwynlais. The majority of the route follows tarmac paths, with a brief compacted section. Aid stations are located at approximately 2.5, 6.25, and 10.25 miles. The event originated as a pilot and resumed post-Covid cancellations, offering Cardiff a smaller Taff Trail half to complement the city's larger October road race.

Stroud Half Marathon

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

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.

Cirencester Half Marathon

The Cirencester Half Marathon begins at The Market Place in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, with runners starting at 9:00am on a November race morning. The event includes a half marathon distance and a 10k option on the same programme, catering to runners seeking a longer Cotswold road race and those wanting a shorter challenge. The route follows Cirencester’s historic market-town streets and extends into the surrounding rolling countryside. Future Sports Events LTD organizes the race, providing chip timing, registration from 7:00am, on-course hydration, and pace support for runners aiming for a specific time. Previous results are available for the event, establishing a race record beyond a single occurrence.

Beacons Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon

The Beacons Ultra, Marathon & Half Marathon is a November trail race weekend held at Henderson Hall in Talybont-on-Usk, situated at the foothills of the Brecon Beacons in Wales. Participants can select a 13-mile half marathon, a marathon, or an approximately 50-mile ultra. The longer race combines trail, mountain, canal, and road running. The marathon follows one loop of the ultra course and includes a climb of Pen y Fan, while the half marathon route remains nearer to Talybont-on-Usk. Weather is a factor: the event has occurred in bright sunshine, rain, mist, and temperatures as low as minus 8 degrees. The broader Beacons ultra running context also features the 100-mile Beacons Way Ultra, a self-navigating race starting at Abergavenny Castle along the Beacons Way National Trail. This race has ten checkpoints, 6,143 metres of ascent, includes Pen y Fan and the Carmarthen Fans, uses GPS tracking, and requires prior mountain and ultramarathon experience for entry.

Cardiff 1,5 km, 5 km, 10 km & Semi-Marathon MoRun

The Cardiff MoRun takes place in November at Bute Park, Coopers Field, offering races of 1.5 km, 5 km, 10 km, and a half marathon. Races begin in the morning, and chip timing is used for all distances, including the children's Mini MoRun, providing runners with immediate results. The atmosphere is intentionally festive, with a clear structure: choose a short family-friendly run, a standard 5k or 10k, or the full 21.0975 km half marathon. The courses cover Cardiff city grounds and public park areas. The 5k, 10k, and half marathon are each designed as single-loop routes. This event is part of the larger MoRunning series supporting Movember, which raises funds and awareness for men's health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Participants can donate during registration or create a fundraising page. All MoRunners receive a medal and a MoRunning headband. The event welcomes everyday runners, families, children, and friends, not exclusively club racers.

MoRun Bristol takes place at Ashton Court Park, near Bristol, offering races for children and adults. The event features a 1.5k Mini MoRun, a 5k, a 10k, and a half marathon, accommodating families, beginners, club runners, and those increasing their distance. All races use chip timing for immediate results upon finishing. The Bristol course is set within Ashton Court Park, providing a park-run atmosphere instead of a city-road race. The series supports Movember, raising awareness and funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Participants can donate during registration or create a fundraising page via Movember or JustGiving. All finishers receive a MoRun medal and headband, with refreshments available at the finish line. Additional prizes are awarded for categories including fastest MoBro, fastest MoSista, best dressed, and best moustache.

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About Half Marathon races in Bristol

Bristol Training Notes

Bristol hosts 54 Half Marathon 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.