Starting and finishing in the heart of the city and loved by Bristolians and beyond, the AJ Bell Great Bristol Run is known as the best in the South West – and for good reason. Each year, thousands of runners push their perseverance and passion to the limit and take on Bristol’s super-scenic half-marathon route.
If stunning views, inspiring history and graffiti murals are your thing, then the Great Bristol Run is right up your street. But it’s not just the inspiring scenery that attracts runners from far and wide: the fast, flat course also makes this running event perfect for those on the hunt for a new personal best – or just looking to get to the finish line!
Have a look at photos from the 2025 event.
And you can see the half-marathon route map here.
Don’t miss out... sign up today for a guaranteed place in this popular event!
If a half-marathon seems a little too far, why not look at the 10K Run instead?
Date: Sunday 10th May 2026
Location: Bristol
Registration fee: £25
Minimum sponsorship pledge: £200
The minimum age to take part is 17 as of race day.
When you join #TeamShine you will receive:
Shine has a limited number of charity places available. Book your spot on the start line today by clicking ‘sign up now’. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so act fast to avoid disappointment.
Do you have your own place?
If you have a general entry place in the race, we would love to have you as a part of #TeamShine!
With no minimum sponsorship pledge or registration fee, we simply ask you to raise as much as you can to support members and families affected by spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Plus, you'll have access to all the great benefits above.
To join Shine with your own place, please complete this short form.
The Great Run are suitable for wheelchair entries - please see the FAQs on their website for more information.
If you are a wheelchair participant and you will require an assistant/pusher, it is possible for that person to have a free place. Once you've signed up for your own place, please contact us to let us know so that we can advise you of the next steps.
You can find more information about the event on the organiser's website.
If you need any more information from us before signing up, or if you have any other questions for our fundraising team, get in touch by completing this short form.