Community Canal Run
Bridgwater, United Kingdom • 28 Dec 2026
Community Canal Run
Channel Events, in partnership with Taunton Running Club, presents a free community run along the tow path beside the canal and River Tone between Bridgwater and Taunton. The main route follows off-road tow paths for the full distance and finishes at COACH in French Weir Park, Taunton. A shorter option starts from Maunsel Lock. Participation is free but registration is required for planning and insurance.
The event will not be timed and no medals will be awarded. Organisers will not provide aid stations; participants are encouraged to carry money to purchase food or drink from the three cafes on the route: Purple Spoon at the YMCA, Maunsel Lock Tea Rooms, and The Weir at COACH.
The Canal and River Trust granted permission and waived the licence fee for the event. Donations to the Trust are welcome and go directly to the organisation. Apex Medical and Rescue have volunteered to provide medical cover for the day.
Additional details available from the organiser include age eligibility of 8 years and over and that there are multiple route options for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 14 miles all off-road along the tow path from YMCA Bridgwater to French Weir Park, Taunton
- 7.5 miles shorter route starting from Maunsel Lock, option to run, jeff or walk