Relish Running Races

Build the interlocking medal set across the series, the more races you do the bigger your final medal! If you complete one of our Mini Challenge or Challenge series of events, you will be rewarded with a unqiue glass trophy, for everyone who complete the race set, not just the winners! Below is our new 2017 medal, a Two Tunnels train crossing over Tucking Mill viaduct where our 10km drinks stations now stands, on the approach to Combe Down Tunnel.

About - Two Tunnels Railway Races

A truly special race that not only takes in many of Bath's beautiful attractions but also has the longest underground sections of any running race in the UK! 

Cutting right under the city of Bath, the two tunnels offer a truly unique running experience.  The Somerset & Dorset Railway closed in 1966 and until April 2013 the tunnels have been sealed and inaccessible. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Two Tunnels Group and Sustrans over 7 years, the two tunnels now have a new lease of life as a shared use path. The first tunnel; The Devonshire Tunnel is 408m long and the second Combe Down Tunnel is 1672m long. Both tunnels are well lit and well surfaced, and have recently been converted into a shared use path for the enjoyments of runners, walkers and cyclists looking to make the most of the city whilst remaining a flatter ground.

With a marathon, 3 different half marathons, 2 different 10kms, 5kms and 500m races there are events for all the family, and if they are not taking part, bring your friends and family to cheer you on; our start and finish will be in Brickfields Park in the middle of the city.  A green park complete with children's playground and table tennis table, a great spot to sit and enjoy a picnic after the race.

Following on from our very popular Cheddar Gorge Challenge series we are offering two new Challenge events in Bath which challenge runners to take on their first half marathon or marathon running event. Our program of events build up Mini Challenge runners from 5km, 10km through to half marathon and our Challenge events build up from 10km, half marathon and marathon. All Mini Challenge and Challenge runners who take on and conquer the Challenge will be awarded a special commemorative trophy to mark their achievement.

The Two Tunnels Challenge events see runners making the most of the incredible Two Tunnels and the surrounding countryside. All the events, 5km, 10km and half marathon and marathon are on flat and fast courses and makes an ideal series of events for runners looking to take on their first half marathon or marathon.

The Beast of Bath Challenge events see runners taking on all the steepest hills of the Bath countryside. With 3 events, incorporating the Two Tunnels race on 10th May,  located on different hills surrounding the city runners will enjoy the very best views of Bath on these tough off road running races. Whilst it is unlikely you will set a PB on any of these courses, you will enjoy a unique challenge and be crowned a Beat of Bath runner for taming all the hills of this beautiful city.

Prizes

All finishers will receive a custom designed medal and a post race buffet of fresh fruit, jelly beans, oranges, bananas and other tasty treats. 

Winners prizes will be provided by Running Home. There will be winners prizes over the 10km, Half Maratho  for the top 3 runners, as well as prizes for the first in the age group in; U20, 20-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.