He has been remanded in custody until 20 March when a case management hearing will take place at Bristol Crown Court.
The 17-year-old, and a 14-year-old boy who has pleaded not guilty to murder and manslaughter in relation to this incident, are due to attend.
A date for the trial has been set for 5 June.
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