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Blackdown Hills Half Marathon

Name: Blackdown Hills Half Marathon
Start: 2025-09-07
End: 2025-09-07
Location: Bridgwater

Bridgwater, United Kingdom • 7 Sep 2025

The Blackdown Hills Half Marathon is an exciting trail race set in the scenic Blackdown Hills, offering participants the choice between a 10K and a Half Marathon. Both races start from the Taunton racecourse, featuring diverse terrain that includes lively forest trails, muddy paths, and peaceful roads. The Half Marathon challenges runners with significant elevation, rewarding them with exhilarating downhill sections. The event ensures a supportive atmosphere with plenty of marshals, fully stocked feed stations, and clear signage. Participants can look forward to awards for the top finishers and a large medal for all runners, making it a memorable experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Bridgwater

Race information

Registration

13 mi

Half Marathon

10 km

200 m+

10k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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