Trail Escape Bristol to Bath
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Trail Escape Bristol to Bath, organized by the Trail Escape Series, on Saturday, October 5th, 2024! This exciting event invites runners and hikers to experience a unique blend of urban and rural landscapes as they journey from the heart of Bristol to the picturesque countryside surrounding Bath.
Participants can look forward to a fully supported trail marathon that promises not only breathtaking views but also a fantastic atmosphere. With traffic-free routes that seamlessly connect vibrant city life with tranquil nature, the Trail Escape Bristol to Bath is the perfect opportunity for both seasoned marathoners and outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable trail experience in Avon!
Participants can look forward to a fully supported trail marathon that promises not only breathtaking views but also a fantastic atmosphere. With traffic-free routes that seamlessly connect vibrant city life with tranquil nature, the Trail Escape Bristol to Bath is the perfect opportunity for both seasoned marathoners and outdoor enthusiasts. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable trail experience in Avon!
Trail Escape Bristol to Bath
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George Boden
Reviewing the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
Beautiful route and plenty of volunteers, staff and services. Bag drop and shuttle services all seemed super efficient and hassle free. Lovely scenery and good vibes all round. Mix of trail, road and the avon cycleway (tarmac). Couple of narrow and muddy/slippy sections at points, great finish into bath but tough on the legs on the final descent! Really nice to finish in Bath city. Only downsides, could have had more toilet facilities at the start and maybe an electrolyte option at feed stations. Thanks to all the wonderful volunteers.
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Jessica Frazer
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
This race was so much fun!! Such a wide variety of terrain, and we saw horses, sheep, and cows. You even get to run through a sheep field, so you're up close with them. The thing that I think needs to be considered is that from mile 19 on, there are quite a few hills, some VERY steep (walking only, running near impossible). It evened out and then would go down and then up again, so if you choose this race, be comfortable with climbs. I say it's completely worth it. Go for it!
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Trail Escape Bristol to Bath
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Event information
Bristol is home to some very well-known running events that all take place within the city. But just several miles out of town, you’ll find the most exquisite running, out towards the incredible City of Bath.
Starting from a well known city-centre location with great transport links, the Trail Escape : Bristol marathon route will follow a traffic-free route to head out of the city quickly and pick up well established trails. Participants will enjoy stunning views over the city as well as the start of the Mendips AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
The route will then take runners into the beautiful rolling hills of North and North-East Somerset, before crossing the Avon and heading up into the second AONB of your journey, The Cotswolds. The final leg of the route will provide you with breathtaking views back over to Bristol (and even across the Severn into Wales!) before the descent into the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath and an amazing finish amongst it's iconic Georgian backdrops.
Further route details will be provided soon.
Starting from a well known city-centre location with great transport links, the Trail Escape : Bristol marathon route will follow a traffic-free route to head out of the city quickly and pick up well established trails. Participants will enjoy stunning views over the city as well as the start of the Mendips AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
The route will then take runners into the beautiful rolling hills of North and North-East Somerset, before crossing the Avon and heading up into the second AONB of your journey, The Cotswolds. The final leg of the route will provide you with breathtaking views back over to Bristol (and even across the Severn into Wales!) before the descent into the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath and an amazing finish amongst it's iconic Georgian backdrops.
Further route details will be provided soon.
FULLY SUPPORTED ROUTE
Explore trails outside of the city with peace of mind. All of the events will be fully supported with way-finding and marshals just like a traditional road marathon.
Along the way, there will be Aid Stations in place with fuel and hydration to help you along the way. Cheer points and music will enhance the experience that is Trail Escape.
At all Trail Escapes there will be an Event Village at the start and finish of each Trail Escape event offering food, drink, and a place for family and friends to enjoy the event whilst you are running.
Friends & family will be able to see you off at the start, maybe see you on the route at a key location and then meet you after your challenge to celebrate with you.
This will be a timed event but not necessarily a race.
While there will be categories for fastest finishers (and KOM / QOM challenges on the way), your goal is to enjoy running or walking on these incredible routes. Stopping to enjoy the views is strongly encouraged.
Forget the pressure of chasing PBs or worrying about split times. Trail Escape is about enjoying the environment we are taking you through on your way to getting that medal for finishing a Trail Escape marathon.
Explore trails outside of the city with peace of mind. All of the events will be fully supported with way-finding and marshals just like a traditional road marathon.
Along the way, there will be Aid Stations in place with fuel and hydration to help you along the way. Cheer points and music will enhance the experience that is Trail Escape.
At all Trail Escapes there will be an Event Village at the start and finish of each Trail Escape event offering food, drink, and a place for family and friends to enjoy the event whilst you are running.
Friends & family will be able to see you off at the start, maybe see you on the route at a key location and then meet you after your challenge to celebrate with you.
This will be a timed event but not necessarily a race.
While there will be categories for fastest finishers (and KOM / QOM challenges on the way), your goal is to enjoy running or walking on these incredible routes. Stopping to enjoy the views is strongly encouraged.
Forget the pressure of chasing PBs or worrying about split times. Trail Escape is about enjoying the environment we are taking you through on your way to getting that medal for finishing a Trail Escape marathon.
Once start / finish locations are confirmed we will create a list of parking and travel options both in Bristol and Bath
We are working on confirming start and finish locations that are walking distance from all major public transport links and close to the centre of each city.
At all Trail Escapes there will be an Event Village at the start and finish of each Trail Escape event offering food, drink, and a place for family and friends to enjoy the event whilst you are running.
Friends & family will be able to see you off at the start, maybe see you on the route at a key location and then meet you after your challenge to celebrate with you.
If a finish location is different to the start location (as it will be at the third Trail Escape), we will transport your kit from start to finish.
Friends & family will be able to see you off at the start, maybe see you on the route at a key location and then meet you after your challenge to celebrate with you.
If a finish location is different to the start location (as it will be at the third Trail Escape), we will transport your kit from start to finish.
This will be a timed event but not necessarily a race.
While there will be categories for fastest finishers (and KOM / QOM challenges on the way), your goal is to enjoy running or walking on these incredible routes. Stopping to enjoy the views is strongly encouraged.
Forget the pressure of chasing PBs or worrying about split times. Trail Escape is about enjoying the environment we are taking you through on your way to getting that medal for finishing a Trail Escape marathon.
While there will be categories for fastest finishers (and KOM / QOM challenges on the way), your goal is to enjoy running or walking on these incredible routes. Stopping to enjoy the views is strongly encouraged.
Forget the pressure of chasing PBs or worrying about split times. Trail Escape is about enjoying the environment we are taking you through on your way to getting that medal for finishing a Trail Escape marathon.
Organiser's description
ENJOY A NEW KIND OF TRAIL EXPERIENCE IN 2024
Not many trail marathons will offer you a city break and countryside escape.
Trail Escape will take runners and hikers from the centre of major UK cities, on traffic-free routes out into stunning countryside for unique and fully supported trail marathon experiences.
Not many trail marathons will offer you a city break and countryside escape.
Trail Escape will take runners and hikers from the centre of major UK cities, on traffic-free routes out into stunning countryside for unique and fully supported trail marathon experiences.
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Trail Escape Series
ENJOY A NEW KIND OF TRAIL EXPERIENCE IN 2024 Not many trail marathons will offer you a city break and countryside escape. Trail Escape will take runners and hikers from the centre of major UK cities, on traffic-free routes out into stunning countryside for unique and fully supported trail marathon experiences. Edinburgh | 08.09.24 Manchester | 22.09.24 Bristol to Bath | 06.10.24 Escape the city. Explore the trails.
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