European Hare
(Lepus europaeus)
courtship chase
UK - Andy Rouse/2020VISION
Run for Wildlife
Get running to help local wildlife thrive
Whether you’re a slower-paced rabbit or speedy hare, there are many challenges you can take part in throughout the year to raise funds for Avon Wildlife Trust.
For Bristol residents, there is the Great Bristol Run every year with distances of 10k and half marathon spots.
For Bath residents, the Bath Half offers half marathon spaces for those looking to take on a challenge for their local wildlife.
Will you join the race to put nature on the path to recovery? Check out these local running events to discover which is right for you:
We do not have charity spaces for these events, but if you would like to run for Avon Wildlife Trust, we can support you on your fundraising journey by:
Providing you with a branded running t-shirt
Offering help and advice on setting up your fundraising page
Sharing your story with our supporters to help you get more sponsorships
Roe deer buck (Capreolus capreolus) chasing female during mating season, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK - Mark Hamblin/2020VISION
Are you taking on a challenge to support local wildlife?
If you have purchased a space for a running or challenge event, we'd LOVE to hear about it! Please do let our fundraising team know by filling out the following online form.
Take part in the Green Man Ultra
Avon Wildlife Trust is looking for 9 inspiring running enthusiasts to take on our biggest challenge event yet.
If you’re feeling extra brave, register now for one of our FREE Green Man Ultra charity spaces and pledge to raise a minimum of £250 to make Avon a wilder and more nature-friendly place.
We have spaces available for both the Winter and Summer Green Man Ultra – and you can choose to run a distance of either 30 or 45 miles depending on how ambitious you’re feeling!
We recommend at least 6 months to train for this event, so please do make sure to sign up for the race that’s right for you – our free spaces are available for 2026.
(c) Ultra Running Ltd
The Summer Green Man Ultra
Date: Saturday 23rd August 2025*
Starting location and time: Changes depending which distance you choose – see organiser’s website for further information.
* We recommend at least 6 months to train for this event and can offer places for Summer 2026 – date TBC for next summer's race.
(c) Ultra Running Ltd
The Winter Green Man Ultra
Date: Saturday 7th March 2026
Starting location and time: Changes depending which distance you choose – see organiser’s website for further information.
(c) Daniel and Heather Leach
Book your space
Are you interested in taking on the challenge?
Follow the link below to claim one of our FREE Green Man Ultra charity spaces.
Got your space already and interested in fundraising for us?
You’ll get the same support as our charity place runners, but there’s no minimum fundraising pledge.
Run for Avon’s wildlife and you’ll receive:
Free branded running top
Welcome pack including fundraising and training guide
Support from our dedicated fundraising team
Contact fundraising@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk to tell us about your fundraiser.
Got a question about your Green Man Ultra place? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions:
What if I can't run due to sickness or injury and am using one of Avon Wildlife Trust’s free spaces?
You can defer your place to the next race for a £15 admin fee made payable direct to Ultra Running Ltd. Please contact their team at info@ultrarunningltd.co.uk to inform them of these changes and to make payment. Make sure to also let our fundraising team know so we can cheer you on!
What if I wish to cancel and am using one of Avon Wildlife Trust’s free spaces?
Avon Wildlife Trust has offered these spaces for free with the hope that they can raise vital funds for our charity. We receive no automatic funding from the government and all our work relies on the generosity of kind individuals like you. Therefore, to ensure we are not missing out on vital funds we ask runners to consider donating the cost of the running space to Avon Wildlife Trust. Each running space has been paid for by the charity at £78 per space and your donation will support people and wildlife on your doorstep. Please contact our fundraising team if you wish to cancel and leave a donation.
What if I bought my own space and can't run due to sickness or injury?
You can defer your place to the next race for a £15 admin fee made payable direct to Ultra Running Ltd. Please contact their team at info@ultrarunningltd.co.uk to inform them of these changes and to make payment.
What if I bought my own space and wish to cancel?
Ultra Running Ltd are not able to offer refunds and unless you defer, you will forfeit your space.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about your fundraiser, you can email us at fundraising@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk to get in touch with a member of our team. Alternatively, you can consult our handy fundraising guide here.
