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UK's most ethnically diverse trail run event coming to Bristol
Overview
The charity Black Trail Runners is bringing its 'Black to the Trails' event to the Blaise Castle Estate in Bristol on Sunday 11 October. Described as the UK and Europe's most ethnically diverse off-road running event, it features 1km, 5km and 10km races alongside music, food and family entertainment. The event aims to increase inclusion, participation and representation of black people and people of colour in trail running, addressing research showing that over 95% of trail runners are white.
Key points
- The 'Black to the Trails' event will take place at Blaise Castle Estate in Bristol on 11 October.
- The event features 1km, 5km and 10km races alongside music, food and a festival atmosphere.
- Organised by charity Black Trail Runners, the event aims to encourage more people from ethnically diverse backgrounds into trail running.
- Research indicates that trail running lacks ethnic diversity, with over 95% of runners being white.
- The event is delivered in partnership with the University of Bristol to showcase the accessibility of green spaces and celebrate cultural diversity.