More than 13,000 runners of all abilities conquered the Simplyhealth Great Bristol 10k today (May 5).
From die-hard athletes aiming for a personal best to those donning fancy dress for charitable causes, Bristol city centre was awash with runners.
The 6.1 mile course left from Anchor Road and loops around the Portway, before passing twice under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, along the Cumberland Basin and up to St Mary Redcliffe Church before returning to the start point also on Anchor Road.
Participants were set off by five times Olympian and World, European and Commonwealth medallist, Jo Pavey.
Among the runners was the Lord Mayor of Bristol Councillor Cleo Lake, who joined in with starter duties before taking on her very first 10k with a group of runners from the city.
She said: “Many congratulations and respect for everyone who took part today. This was my first 10k and I am so proud to have taken part with so many other inspiring individuals.
“I was left inspired by the likes of movements in the city such as Bristol Girls Can and This Mum Runs, so much so that I wanted to improve my own lifestyle by training for this event.
“Events like this bring people from all backgrounds and communities to participate, support and achieve together.”
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In the men's race, first place went to Chris Thompson who set a course record with a time of 29.35, followed by Tom Merson (29.52) and then Jonathan Cornish (30.34).
For the women, the top three runners were Kate Reed (33.11), Annabel Gummow (34.16) and Laura Gent (35.18).
Bristol charities were well represented, with the Grand Appeal, Bristol Children's Hospital Charity fielding over 70 runners in both the 10k and many more in the family run.
Andy Graffin, from the Great Run Company, said: "It has been a fantastic day at the Simplyhealth Great Bristol 10k. Huge congratulations to everyone that took part and conquered their own personal challenge today.
Mayor Marvin Rees, who also took part in the race, said on Twitter: "Amazing to have #Bristol turn out to support this event. More world class sports events are coming."
Find out how well you or your loved ones did on the Great Run website here.
