Half Marathon races near Cullompton

The Community Canal Run is a free, untimed run along the canal between Bridgwater and Taunton. It offers a 14-mile route and a shorter 7.5-mile option. While not a race against the clock, registration is required for planning and insurance purposes. The main route begins at the YMCA in Bridgwater, following the off-road tow path beside the canal and River Tone to COACH in French Weir Park, Taunton. The 7.5-mile option starts at Maunsel Lock. Participants can run, jog, or walk. There are no medals or aid stations; runners are advised to use the cafes along the route, such as Purple Spoon, Maunsel Lock Tea Rooms, and The Weir. Channel Events organizes the event with Taunton Running Club. Apex Medical and Rescue provides support. Donations are encouraged for the Canal and River Trust, which waived the licence fee.

The Exeter Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile race organized by the Exeter City Community Trust, usually held on a weekend in February. It shares the schedule with the Riverside 5 Miles, an 8.1km event. Both races start from the Piazza Terracina near the Quayside. The half marathon course uses a lap format, with descriptions varying between two or three loops. Organizers have previously altered the route at short notice due to flooding on the standard path.

The Exeter Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race held in Exeter, Devon. It begins at 10:00 am from Piazza Terracina on Haven Road. The race features a two-lap format, meaning participants complete the half-marathon distance over two circuits instead of a single point-to-point course. The route winds through Exeter's historic quayside and circles Riverside Valley Park, staying near the river for most of the race. Verified chip timing is used, and Catherine White is the organiser. Published results from previous editions indicate this is an established local event.

The Taunton Half Marathon is a road race held in Taunton, starting and finishing in the town centre near the Market House. The main event begins at 10:00 with a four-hour time limit. The Kids Kilometre follows at 10:15, using the same start and finish points. All participants in both races will receive a medal. The half marathon has been a fixture for almost 40 years. New directors, supported by the previous organisers, now manage the event. It caters to various runners, including first-timers, those aiming for personal bests, and elite competitors, with awards for age categories from Open to V70 for both men and women. The new team, with experience in trail events, aims to maintain the road race format while fostering a stronger community atmosphere. The closed town centre provides a good viewing area for spectators, and course sections historically see local support cheering runners on.

The Taunton Half Marathon is a road race held in Taunton town centre. The main event begins in the morning, with a Kids Kilometre fun run taking place shortly afterward. Race headquarters, the start, and the finish are all located in the town centre. Runners complete the course along North Street, with the Market House visible as they approach the finish. The town centre is closed to traffic during the event, enhancing spectator viewing and runner safety. The race has been a fixture on the local running scene for almost 40 years. It attracts participants ranging from individuals running their first half marathon to club runners aiming for personal bests and elite athletes competing for victory. Sections of the route benefit from enthusiastic local support, as residents line the course to encourage runners during challenging miles. New race directors, who have experience with trail events, are now managing the race. Their goal is to maintain the polish of a traditional road race while fostering a greater sense of community. The Kids Kilometre shares the same start and finish lines as the main race, and all participants in both events receive a medal.