NHS Blood and Transplant’s blood services focus on providing a safe and effective blood service for donors, patients, and the NHS. They collect and distribute millions of blood donations annually, ensuring a consistent supply for transfusions and creating medicines from plasma. The organization also collects platelets and cord blood for specific medical needs. Furthermore, NHS Blood and Transplant conducts research […]
The Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team has expanded worldwide since its inception in 1977 and many countries schedule running events, long-distance swimming races, bicycle races, duathlons, triathlons, marathons and ultras of various distances including the Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race, the world’s longest annual footrace. “Self-transcendence gives us joy in boundless measure. When we transcend ourselves, we do not compete with others. […]
Horfield Strollers – started it’s 4th year of walking in Jan 2025 ! A friendly group meeting once a fortnight on a Tuesday at 10.00am. Meeting points depend on where they are heading. Walks explore the local area and sometimes a bus will be taken to get to or back from a walk location. Walk lengths are usually 2–3 miles. […]
Vicky Welsh from Lets Walk Bristol is one of England’s most experienced Nordic walking instructors – a fitness activity inspired by cross-country skiing – and has studied the art of walking (yes there’s a technique) in detail. With a background as a runner and 15 years’ knowledge Vicky will bring a fresh perspective and show you how walking right can […]
We warmly welcome back Sole Sisters Running Club, Bristol’s first all women England Athletics affiliated running group to this years show. Sole Sisters are based in North Bristol and cater for all abilities from beginner through to experienced runner. It doesn’t matter what standard you are – whether you are a marathon runner or just run for the occasional bus, […]
Running on Plants is a campaign that encourages athletes to adopt a whole food plant-based diet to improve their health and performance. It was launched by Tom Pickering, inspired by athletes he interviewed for his documentary, ‘I Could Never Go Vegan’. The campaign provides evidence-based advice, motivational tips, meal plans, and recipes for runners of all levels. Participants can pledge […]
The Green Runners is a running community addressing the climate emergency within the sport. Recognizing running’s negative environmental impacts, particularly through travel, clothing, and nutrition, the organization promotes sustainable practices among athletes. The Green Runners’ philosophy centers around minimizing the carbon footprint of running through individual and collective action. Key pillars of their approach include advocating for reduced travel, responsible […]
Bristol Vegan Runners (BVR) is a friendly group in Bristol for runners of all abilities. BVR is part of Vegan Runners UK (VRUK), an athletics club registered with England Athletics. BVR promotes a healthy, performance-enhancing, cruelty-free lifestyle to runners and encourages vegans to take up running. The Bristol group has a Facebook page. BVR meetups occur at Ashton Court parkrun […]
The Across Wales Walk is a 45-mile linear route across Wales that participants aim to complete in under 18 hours. It’s considered a classic challenge walking event and will be in its 62nd year in 2025. The route begins at the Welsh border at Anchor and traverses through mid-Powys, crosses Plynlimon, and concludes at Clarach Bay on Cardigan Bay. The […]
We warmly welcome Gemma Applegarth founder of Active Mindfulness back to the 2025 Bristol Running Show. Gemma writes: “I am a psychologist, cognitive behavioural therapist and mindfulness teacher. This has enabled me to express a passion for getting people moving, meditating and enjoying the moment. I teach within the NHS and privately for people of all abilities, backgrounds, shapes and […]
