Taunton
Trail Running Calendar near Taunton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Taunton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 61 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
March 2027
Trail half marathon around the Sid Valley Ring, climbing to 236 m and passing Sidbury, Harcombe, Dunscombe cliffs and Salcombe Regis, with a marked course and aid stations.
A twice-yearly race on the Grand Western Canal Path offering Marathon, 20 Miler (March), Half Marathon and 10k over largely flat, hard-packed canal paths.
Trail races at Escot Park offering a half marathon and a slightly over 10K, with canicross categories, chip timing and medals for finishers.
A 15 mile off road fell race across the Mendip Hills starting and finishing in Cheddar, with over 2,000 ft of climbing and proceeds supporting local charities.
A 13 hour endurance run at Upottery Airfield where solo runners, pairs or four person teams aim to cover the most miles while facing unknown challenges.
A 10.3 km linear trail from Selworthy Beacon to Minehead Beach with an accompanying youth relay and on-course support.
A last-person-standing Backyard Ultra at the Medieval Village, Cosmeston Lakes: runners repeat a fixed 6706 m loop each hour until one athlete completes one more loop than anyone else. Camping and on-site facilities are provided.
Seven hour canal challenge near Sampford Peverell with a flat 6.55 mile out and back lap plus a separate 10k option, medals and prizes for top finishers.
A multi-distance trail running weekend in East Devon with on-site camping, GPS-tracked courses, UTMB Index status and supported aid stations across routes from about 25 km to 110 km.
May 2027
A trail race following the Windsor Hill railway path through woods, tunnels and viaducts, finishing in Shepton Mallet. Routes and walking options are provided, with a lunchtime boxty feast in the market place.
A point to point 50 mile race in Somerset that starts on canal path, follows river and coast routes, has six aid stations, and a 14 hour cut off.
A 100 mile point to point ultramarathon across Somerset on 8–9 May 2027, with a 32 hour cut-off, 13 aid stations, tracking and recommended kit list.
A 50-mile trail ultra near Minehead on 8 May 2027 with about 7,337 ft of ascent, six aid stations and varied coastal, woodland and moorland terrain.