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Taunton Marathon & Half Marathon

Name: Taunton Marathon & Half Marathon
Start: 2026-03-01
End: 2026-03-01
Location: Taunton

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calendar_today 01 Mar, 2026

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About the Event

Experience the triumphant return of a West Country classic at the Taunton Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, 1st March 2026. More than just a race, this event celebrates a beloved 40-year community tradition, reimagined with fresh passion by local event specialists Active South West. You’ll run a fast, welcoming course through the historic market town and its lush Somerset surroundings, designed to inspire both seasoned runners and first-timers alike. Feel the unique energy of an event built on collaboration, where every detail—from the enthusiastic marshals to the vibrant finish line—is crafted to foster health, happiness, and a powerful sense of belonging. Cross the line not only with a personal achievement but as part of a revitalised legacy, supporting the simple joy of moving together in the fresh air. Secure your spot for a spring run where community spirit and personal ambition stride side-by-side through the heart of Somerset.

Races Offered

Taunton Half Marathon

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

terrain

Type — Road running

timer

10:00

Taunton - Kids Kilometre Fun Run 2026

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 1K

terrain

Type — Road running

timer

10:15

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Taunton.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.4° / 10.8°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 6.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 16.9 /

water_drop 83.0%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 4.4° / 10.8°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 6.2°

air 16.9 km/h

water_drop 83.0%

About Taunton

Taunton is the county town of Somerset, England. It is a market town and has a minster church. Its population in 2011 was 64,621. Its thousand-year history includes a 10th-century monastic foundation, owned by the Bishops of Winchester, which was rebuilt as Taunton Castle by the Normans in the 12th century. Parts of the inner ward house were turned into the Museum of Somerset and Somerset Military Museum. For the Second Cornish uprising of 1497, Perkin Warbeck brought an army of 6,000; most surrendered to Henry VII on 4 October 1497. On 20 June 1685, the Duke of Monmouth crowned himself King of England in Taunton in the failed Monmouth Rebellion. Judge Jeffreys led the Bloody Assizes in the Castle's Great Hall.