Taunton
Trail Running Calendar near Taunton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Taunton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 55 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A scenic evening cross-country event at North Perrott Cricket Club offering a two-lap 10K and an approximate 6K fun run, limited to 250 entries, cupless with water stations, chip timing and proceeds supporting local community projects.
A family-friendly inflatable obstacle run in Exeter on 15 August 2026 with multiple distances, music zones, a midway water station and a finisher's medal for all participants.
Trail runs of 5 km and 10 km around Fyne Court Estate in the Quantock Hills AONB with optional wooden finisher medals and a waste-reduction policy.
Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.
A guided, social-paced 13 mile urban trail around Exeter's waymarked Green Circle on 23 August 2026. The route follows footpaths and leafy suburban lanes; parking is near Haven Banks and a listed entry price is £5 until 22 August 2026.
Trail races at Wimbleball Lake offering one lap 5 km and 10 km routes, a canicross option, and chip timed results with marshals and a feed station.
September 2026
Coastal routes of 50k, marathon and half marathon follow the Exe Estuary and South West Coast Path to finish on Babbacombe Downs with aid stations and a finisher medal.
A 10 km fell race at Seatown and Chideock Hill on 13 September 2026 with about 570 m of climb. Entry is available beforehand or on the day for a £20 fee and the minimum age is 18.
A multi terrain 10K around Crediton with mostly off road footpaths and fields, water stations, medals and prizes, and a finish on the school field.
A 23 mile trail race across the Quantock Hills pitting runners against horses, with a Pegasus Challenge four person relay in Over Stowey on 19 September 2026.
A single loop 10K trail run at Woodbury Common on natural trails with climbs and stream crossings. All finishers receive medals and top male and female finishers receive prizes including a donated sports massage.
Functional fitness race at Exeter Arena on 20 September 2026 featuring ten Xercises and 10x400m or 10x800m running formats with solo, doubles, and relay entries.
The Porthkerry 5MT is a five mile mixed terrain race in Porthkerry Country Park, offering coastal views and diverse surfaces. The 2026 edition marks the race's 20th anniversary and includes the South Wales Regional Trail Championship.
October 2026
A trail half marathon through the Quantock Hills with technical trails, climbs, stiles and stream crossings. The route has marshals, two feed stations and clear signage, with awards for top finishers and weekend camping and bunkhouse options.
A 50 mile LDWA qualifier in Crowcombe on 10 to 11 October 2026, run as two loops onto the Brendon Hills and the Quantocks; entries require a recent 30 mile completion.
A 10 mile multi terrain race around Colyton with about 80% off road, woodland climbs, two cupless water stations and age category prizes.