AJ Bell Great Bristol Run: 9 May 2027
The AJ Bell Great Bristol Run is a road running event in Bristol offering two race distances and related event services. The event features both a 10k and a half marathon, with age limits of 15+ for the 10k and 17+ for the half marathon on the day. Final entry prices are listed for each distance and a booking fee is applied at checkout.
The courses take in the city’s rivers, green spaces and urban landmarks, including Castle Park, and are described as relatively flat. A recent route update reversed the direction of both courses to provide a different perspective of the city. Participants start on Colston Avenue and finish on Anchor Road.
Event services include baggage buses located near the start, a race number that contains a timing chip (typically posted about four weeks before the event, with collection options for late or overseas entries), and phased road closures with sections reopened once clear. Runners receive an event medal, an optional finishers t-shirt, and a finisher’s bag. Official event-day photos, split times and full results are available via the event app, which also offers runner tracking and post-race access to photos and results. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
What Makes it Great?
- Free Great Run Series Event Day Tracking App
- Free Training Plans and Support up to Event Day
- Get 10% Off When Your Refer A Friend
- Run Past Some of the City’s Most Famous Landmarks Including Castle Park
- Music and Entertainment to Keep You Motivated
- Run number personalised with your name
Event Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Great Bristol Run start and finish?
The Great Bristol Run 10k and half marathon events start on Colston Avenue and finish on Anchor Road. Check out the start map in the event guide for assembly information.
Is the Great Bristol Run route hilly or flat?
The Great Bristol Run is known for being relatively flat. It’s nice and varied route, taking in Bristol’s famous rivers, green spaces and urban landmarks.
How do I track runners at the Great Bristol Run?
Easy – with the free Great Run event day app. Use our accurate tracking feature to help spot family, friends and elites, view official photos, donate to Enthuse charity pages and get event updates. Runners will also have access to results and split times. Download it here.
Runner information is uploaded right up to the day of the event, so please don’t worry if you aren’t showing as a participant yet. Check again on event day.
When will I receive my race number for the Great Bristol Run?
Your race number (which contains your timing chip) should arrive from approx. 4 weeks before the run. If you managed to get your hands on a last-minute (on 29 April or later) or overseas entry, you’ll need to collect your race number from the information point on the saturday before, or morning of the event.
My race number hasn't arrived, what do I do?
If your race number hasn’t arrived, you will need to visit the Information Point to be issued with a replacement. You’ll find the location and o
