Taunton
Trail Running Calendar near Taunton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Taunton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 62 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
An off road ultramarathon from Maiden Newton of about 35.9 miles with roughly 1,300 m of ascent, passing hillforts and coastal views. Six aid stations offer water and cake, GPX files and maps are provided for navigation.
Laps of a 5.3 km canal course in Exeter, flexible start times, medal or no medal entry options, places limited to 50 runners.
An off road hill race around Brent Knoll of about 6 miles with steep climbs, muddy trails and a summit circuit, offering age prizes and a unique finisher medal.
Off-road 10 mile and 5 mile races in Budleigh Salterton on 22 November 2026, organised by Exmouth Harriers, with finisher mementos and parking at Lyme Kiln carpark.
December 2026
A hilly trail run of about 10 miles around Ham Hill organised by Crewkerne Running Club, with variable route options, a cupless format and on-course drink stations.
Lap based event on the Exeter Canal from 5 km to ultra marathon, flexible start times, medal or no medal entries, limited to 50 runners.
A free social 50k loop around Exeter on 20 December 2026 with donations for My Name'5 Doddie Foundation and a 30 person limit.
A free, untimed community run along the canal between Bridgwater and Taunton with 14 and 7.5 mile options. Registration is required and basic medical cover will be available.
A trail 10 km race in Sidmouth on 31 December 2026 following coastal paths and a loop around Mutters Moor, finishing at Connaught Gardens. Age limit 18 plus, trail shoes mandatory, two hour cutoff and medals for all finishers.
January 2027
Trail races near Budleigh Salterton visiting Sir Walter Raleigh's birthplace, with a 13.6 mile half and an 8.5 mile third marathon on valley and coastal paths.
A midwinter mixed terrain 6.4 miles off-road race around Cosmeston Lakes Country Park organised by Penarth and Dinas Runners under Welsh Athletics licence.
A social, self-navigated cross country run in the Blackdown Hills with 10 mile and 16 mile options, on-route refreshment stops and fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support.
February 2027
A two-day early February event in Exeter featuring a three-lap 13.1 mile half marathon and a Riverside 5 mile route along the Quayside and Riverside Valley Park.