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Bristol Epic Trail

Name: Bristol Epic Trail
Start: 2026-10-04
End: 2026-10-04
Location: Long Ashton

Long Ashton, United Kingdom • 4 Oct 2026

Bristol Epic Trail

Bristol Epic Trail is a rucking and trail running event in Bristol on 04th October 2026. The event offers short off-road routes with competitive and non-competitive entry options and an entry price starting from £25.00.

Distances:

6k
10k

Categories available include Pro Ruck, Pro Trail, Open Ruck, and Open Trail. Pro categories are competitive and are sub-divided into age groups. Ruck entrants receive a GORUCK Rucker 4.0 to use on the day and the event specifies ruck weights for men and women in each ruck category.

On-course and event amenities listed for the series include one to two water stations depending on distance, a bag drop area, toilets, food and drink vendors, event photography, and merchandise stalls. All finishers receive a finisher patch or medal and sponsor discounts or goodies. Prizes are awarded to the top three men and women in the Pro Ruck and Pro Trail categories.

Participants receive the exact route and heat information in an athlete pack issued before the event. The event is part of the Epic Trail Series, which stages rucking and trail running events across UK locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Long Ashton

Race information

Website

10 km

10k

6 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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