Bristol Half Marathon

Location:

Bristol

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England

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Europe

Scenic city run with hilly terrain, river views, and historic landmarks.

Race Details

PB Potential Ranking

Race Distance

Half Marathon

21.098km

13.1ml

Race Official Name

Great Bristol Half Marathon

Race Month

September

Race Type

Road

About the Bristol Half Marathon

The Bristol Half Marathon showcases England's creative western hub with maritime charm. Runners trace the historic floating harbor, cross the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, and navigate through neighborhoods filled with colorful street art and Georgian architecture. September's mild early autumn creates perfect racing conditions as participants experience both Bristol's seafaring history and its contemporary artistic energy. The challenging course features significant hills that showcase the city's dramatic topography. Local spectators bring genuine West Country warmth, creating an atmosphere that balances serious competition with relaxed creativity. This race captures Bristol's distinctive character—historically significant yet youthfully innovative—offering both athletic challenge and cultural immersion in a city where maritime heritage meets cutting-edge creativity beneath the distinctive accent of England's independent-minded West Country.

Course & Elevation

270

270

270

Net Elevation Gain (m)

10

66.5

66.5

66.5

Rolling Elevation Change (m)

540

540

540

Weather & Conditions

Average Temperature (°C)

15.6

70

Air Quality Index

35

Wind (km/h)

13

Participants

Average Number of Participants

14,000

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