Half Marathon races near Topsham

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.