Go Beyond in Bristol
Beyond Bristol by WILD DEER EVENTS is back for its 3rd Edition on Saturday 17th April 2027, and it’s shaping up to be even bigger, bolder, and better.
Beyond Bristol takes you off the beaten track, beyond your usual route, beyond the tarmac and on a running adventure like nothing you’ve ever experienced before. This isn’t just a run. It’s a full-on trail adventure – starting and finishing in the heart of the city, then winding through woodland, riverside paths, and green spaces that most people never even knew were there. Whether you're looking for a fresh challenge or just want to spend a day moving through beautiful places, Beyond Bristol gives you a chance to do something different – and unforgettable.
Distances
Choose your distance
Beyond Bristol starts at The Amphitheatre (BS1 5LL) and heads alongside the Avon through the city centre, joining the Frome Valley Way urban riverside trail. Then, leaving the river, the route passes through Eastville park and links with the old Bristol and Bath Railway pathway, this is the splitting point for the two routes. The 55km continues on the old railway before joining the River Avon Trail. On the riverside, the trail loops back under the railway and snakes back into the city, out to the west of the city limits where it joins back with the 25km route. Runners enjoy spectacular views from all angles as they pace under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, then climbing through Leigh Wood Nature Reserve and eventually crossing the bridge into Clifton. Here, the route turns and heads back on itself into the city centre to finish back at The Amphitheatre.
Beyond Bristol starts at The Amphitheatre (BS1 5LL) and heads alongside the Avon through the city centre, joining the Frome Valley Way urban riverside trail. Then, leaving the river, the route passes through Eastville park and links with the old Bristol and Bath Railway pathway, this is the splitting point for the two routes. The 55km continues on the old railway before joining the River Avon Trail. On the riverside, the trail loops back under the railway and snakes back into the city, out to the west of the city limits where it joins back with the 25km route. Runners enjoy spectacular views from all angles as they pace under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, then climbing through Leigh Wood Nature Reserve and eventually crossing the bridge into Clifton. Here, the route turns and heads back on itself into the city centre to finish back at The Amphitheatre.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an age limit for participants?
To enter Beyond Bristol 55km you must be aged 20, or over. To enter Beyond Bristol 25km you must be aged 18 or over.
What is included in my entry?
As well as entry into the event, your Beyond Bristol entry includes; a finishers medal, chip timing, fully waymarked route & gpx route files to download, feed stations along the route with food and drinks and medical support.
How do I get to the start?
Both 25km and 55km distances start in Museum Square in central Bristol (BS1 4RN). Public transport is the easiest way to get to the Beyond Bristol start.
Where is the finish?
The finish is also in Museum Square in central Bristol.
Is the route fully marked?
There will be event-specific directional signs and confidence markers throughout the course. In the briefing before the race participants will be shown the course markers. GPX files can be download from the event page to follow on the day.
Do I need a map?
There will be event-specific directional signs and confidence markers throughout the course. A sports GPS navigation device is recommended if you have one - GPX files can be download from the event page -
How tough is the course?
The course features a mixture of surfaces. You can expect the terrain to be a mixture of footpaths, parks, woodland trails, riverside paths and disused railway lines. There are also steps in places. Dependent on weather conditions parts of the route may be muddy. Whilst it is not mountainous, there are hills in places that will provide a challenge for some participants.
Are there cut off times?
Beyond Bristol has strict cut off times that will be enforced. The cut off times are to ensure that all participants (25km and 55km) have completed the route by 18:00.
55km Cut Off Points
Feed Station 2 (55km only): Avon Railway, Bitton Station, Bath Rd, Bitton, Bristol BS30 6HD
Cut off time: 1.35pm
Distance from the start: 27.2km
Feed Station 3 (55km only): Chequers Inn, Hanham Mills, Bristol, BS15 3NU
Cut off time: 4.10pm
Distance from the start: 41.1km
How many Feed Stations are on the route?
There are 3 Feed Stations on the 55km route, and 1 on the 25km route.
55km
Feed Station 1: Eastville Park, Fishponds Road, Eastville, Bristol, BS5 6AX \ Distance from the start: 14.5km
Feed Station 2: Avon Railway, Bitton Station, Bath Rd, Bitton, Bristol BS30 6HD \ Distance from the start: 27.2km
Feed Station 3: Chequers Inn, Hanham Mills, Bristol, BS15 3NU \ Distance from the start: 41.1km
25km
Feed Station 1: Eastville Park, Fishponds Road, Eastville, Bristol, BS5 6AX \ Distance from the start: 14.5km
How do I use the GPX Route file?
To use your Beyond Bristol GPX file, and find the map please see our booking page,
How much of the route is paved/unpaved?
55km route is 70% paved, 30% unpaved. 25km route is 82% paved, 18% unpaved.
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