Taunton Half Marathon

Lovely morning at Neroche 10k at which our very own Alex did the timing and Dave was marshalling. Later on Dan is putting on Mendip Murmuration with his Channel Events hat on 😁

Victories in the 10k for Taunton Half trophy winners Tom Addison-Wood and Tanya Batten. Fantastic running by all in warm conditions

Did you run this one? Are you racing tomorrow?

It’s Friday… time for a bit of fun, although of course this is a serious subject!

👟 RUNNING SHOES!!!

What shoes do you plan to run Taunton Half in? Have you found a pair that work like a dream when it comes to road running?

This year’s race winner can’t wear super shoes because of what they do to his ankles, so he managed to finish 1st in a trusty pair of Brooks Adrenaline!

What’s your go to road shoe?…..

We are extremely lucky to have the support of various awesome organisations in Taunton, one of these being The Museum of Somerset, where registration will take place in 2027 again

This fantastic museum has various special events and talks on throughout the year, and showcases many artefacts from different eras of Somerset’s history

Check out what’s coming up via the website here… https://swheritage.org.uk/museum-of-somerset/

On the subject of Taunton and its history did you know?….

🐉 The name Taunton means ‘Town on the river Tone’ and the original settlement was built around Taunton Castle, which is where the Museum now stands

🐉 The tower of St Mary Magdalene’s Church, which dominates the Taunton skyline along with the floodlights from the cricket ground, has the tallest church tower in Somerset at 163 feet (50 metres)

🐉 Vivary Park got its name because it was built on the complex of a vivarium (fish farm) that used to serve eels, pike and bream to Taunton Castle and the royal household

What other cool facts do you know about Taunton or Somerset?…..

Many thanks to Nadine Prouse for digging out this special 30th edition supplement on Taunton Half from way back in 2013!

Incidentally this was the year that one of our race directors Dave Urwin finished just 11 seconds behind Hannah Taunton, our Paralympic bronze medallist who started the race alongside the mayor this year… in his own words, “Hannah’s got way quicker since then and I’ve got a fair bit slower!”

Check out the images from some of the older editions of the race! Does any of this bring back memories for you of previous editions you ran?

It’s truly an honour to know that we’re continuing this amazing legacy 😁

☔️ ☀️ A changeable start to June weather-wise!

Did anyone race this weekend? There were various awesome local events going on from the Crewkerne 10k to the Dartmoor Discovery Ultra and more

Did you enjoy an awesome training run on your own or with friends?

Let’s hear about your running endeavours 😁

As we celebrate National Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a huge thank you to every volunteer who helps make the Taunton Half Marathon such an incredible event. 🙏

From marshalling the course and handing out water, to supporting runners at the start and cheering them across the finish line, your dedication, enthusiasm and generosity make all the difference. Every smile, word of encouragement and hour you give helps create an unforgettable experience for thousands of runners and spectators. 🥰

The Taunton Half Marathon simply wouldn’t be possible without you. Thank you for giving your time, energy and community spirit to make race day such a success. 💜

We’d love to hear your stories—share your favourite volunteer memories from the Taunton Half Marathon in the comments and help us celebrate the amazing people who make the event possible. 📣

⭐ FEEDBACK FRIDAY ⭐

We are extremely proud of all the wonderful feedback we received for 2026’s race and here we share just one of many excellent reviews

Despite this we realise there are some areas we can sharpen up for next year. To this end we have recently met with the traffic management team and are working with them on an ongoing basis to ensure next year’s race is as safe as possible. We have a plan to make the start area a little smoother amongst other things.

We are dedicated in the longer term to making this Half Marathon the best experience it can possibly be for all who enter 😁

🐉 This time last year the initial buzz around the returning Taunton Half Marathon had faded a little into the background and it wasn’t until the autumn when it started getting closer that things reignited again

🏃‍♂️ This year the entries have been coming in steadily since that wonderful day in March when the event took place. Now a bit over 25% of places remain

🏃‍♀️ We don’t know when they will all have gone but at the current rate it’s due to be long before summer’s over. Don’t miss out….

www.activesouthwest.co.uk

Taunton 10K Road Race 2026 entries are now open!

Race day is Sunday 27th September 2026, will you be on the start line?

A perfect race to keep you ticking over before the Taunton Half on the 28th February 2027!

Let’s give this local race loads of support. 🙌🙌

2026 Entries Are Open!
To enter for this year's event on Sunday 27 September go to Https://tauntonmarathon.fullonsport.com/event/taunton-10k-2026/profile

🌍 Happy Global Running Day 2026! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Whether you’re out hitting the paths along the Tone, tackling the Somerset hills, or just out crusiing the streets, today is our day!

Global Running Day is all about celebrating the running community, the mental clarity running brings, and (let's be honest) the absolute right to eat extra cake after a long stretch on the tarmac.

We are incredibly proud of our local running community and the miles you all clock up week after week. You make Taunton a truly legendary place to run.

👇 Over to you now: How are you celebrating today?

Are you getting an easy 5k in, resting up, or treating yourself to some new running gear?

Let us know in the comments or tag us in your posts!

Keep moving, keep smiling, and let’s make 2026 our best running year yet! 💜💛