Mat's 25k Bath to Bristol Railway Run

Bath to Bristol Railway 25k Run · 12 October 2025
I'm running 25 kilometers from Bath to Bristol along the old railway cycle path raise money for Cool Earth, a charity dedicated to protecting rainforests and fighting climate change. This will be the furthest I’ve ever run, and it’s going to be incredibly difficult!
Why am I doing this? Because if we don’t have a planet to live on, all other causes become a bit redundant. Also, because I enjoy suffering and have nothing better to do, apparently.
• What's that in miles?
Hi mom, It's about 15.5 miles
• How can you run 25k?
Good question, it really comes down to basic physics, once a mass has gathered enough inertia it becomes very difficult to slow down. It's commonly referred to as the law of the juggernaut.
• Couldn't you just get the train?
Yes, but due to the usual cancellations and delays my run may end up being quicker.
• Are you going to survive this?
Who knows. Please donate generously in my memory on the assumption that I will not.
• Why coolearth?
Because what's the point in other charities if there's no planet to live on? probably something, but less I imagine.
• Can I join you?
Absolutely! But fair warning, my pace will range from "optimistic heavyweight runner" to "questioning life choices."
• How can I donate?
You're on the right website, you should be able to figure out the next step yourself genius.
• Why 25k?
Because that's how far it is.
• Will you take one of those stupid selfies like you always do?
YOU KNOW IT!
• Are you trained for this?
Technically, no. Spiritually, emotionally, and mentally? also no.
• I have a question that wasn't answered here
Send it over and I'll get back to you. If it's funny I'll post it in here.
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