Moonlit Meadow Run
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About the race
The Moonlit Meadow Run is a night trail event held at Longrun Meadow, Silk Mills and French Weir Park in Taunton. It is part of the Dark Skies Series and is listed for two dates in the 2026/27 series: 14th November 2026 (rescheduled from February 2026) and 6th February 2027. The event uses a traffic free, flat course located about a ten minute walk from Taunton town centre.
Distances available:
- 5 km
- 10 km completed as two laps of the 5 km route
The course is way marked with reflective markers. Entrants must wear a head or chest torch with at least 250 lumens; those without the required light will not be permitted to take part. Trail running shoes are strongly advised. Runners under 16 must be accompanied by a supervising adult who keeps them in sight; 16 and 17 year olds may run solo with parental consent.
Facilities and services at the event hub include toilets, water at the hub and the finish line (participants should bring a drinking vessel because the event is cupless), trained first aiders on site, and The Weir Cafe open for refreshments. Wooden finisher medals are available as an optional purchase and must be ordered up to eight days before the event. Course details, entry fees and entry closing dates are published for each event date.
Location details: Centre for Outdoor Activity and Community Hub COACH, French Weir Park, French Weir Avenue, Taunton, TA1 1XQ. OS Grid Reference ST 220 248. What3Words woods.deputy.prep Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
