Community Canal Run
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About the race
Community Canal Run is a free community event on 28th December 2026 that follows the Bridgwater and Taunton canal and the River Tone along an off-road tow path. Entry is free but a compulsory £5 donation to the Canal and River Trust is collected at booking to support the charity. Online registration is required so entrants are insured and organisers know expected numbers; online entries close 20th December 2026.
The event is linear, finishing at COACH in French Weir Park, Taunton, with two start locations and route options:
- 14 miles off road tow path from YMCA Bridgwater to COACH, French Weir Park
- 7.5 miles start at Somerset Boat Centre; walk, jeff, or run
The run is untimed and bib numbers are not issued. Finishers’ medals are optional and available to purchase during entry. There are no aid stations supplied by the organisers; water will be available at the start, midway and finish and the route passes three cafes where food and drink can be purchased: Purple Spoon, Somerset Boat Centre and The Weir. A GPX file and route map are available for download.
Safety measures note that trail running shoes are strongly advised, appropriate winter clothing and hydration are required, and entrants must bring their own drinking vessel. Under 8s are not permitted; 8–16 year olds must run with a supervising adult, and 16–17 year olds may run solo with parental consent. Dogs may not take part. First aid cover is provided by Apex Medical and Rescue. Event photos are taken on route and sales profits go to the Canal and River Trust. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
