Taunton Half Marathon & Kids Kilometre Fun Run

Name: Taunton Half Marathon & Kids Kilometre Fun Run
Start: 2027-02-28T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2027-02-28T10:00:00+00:00
Location: Taunton Town Centre
Rating: 4.7

Question 1

When is the 2026 Taunton Half Marathon and Kids Kilometre Fun Run

Accepted Answer

Sunday 1st March 2026

Question 2

When is the 2027 Taunton Half Marathon and Kids Kilometre Fun Run

Accepted Answer

Sunday 28th february 2027

Question 3

What time do the races start

Accepted Answer

Half Marathon - 10:00

Kids Kilometre - 10:15

Question 4

What is the cut off for the Half Marathon

Accepted Answer

4 Hours

The race starts at 10:00 so the cut off is 14:00.

Question 5

Where is the Event HQ and Registration

Accepted Answer

The Museum of Somerset

Address: Castle Lodge, Castle Grn, Taunton TA1 4AA

Question 6

How do I get my bib/race number?

Accepted Answer

Bib/Race numbers will be issued at registration in the Museum of Somerset.

There are two registration slots.

Saturday 28th February 2026 between 15:00 and 18:00

Sunday 1st March 2026 07:30 and 09:30

Bib/Rave number WILL NOT be posted out and must be collected in person from the registration area in the Event HQ at the Museum of Somerset.

Question 7

Can I park at the RACE HQ?

Accepted Answer

NO, you need to use one of the public car parks in Taunton and walk to the Event HQ at the Museum of Somerset

Question 8

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

We reccommend using the public car parks in anound Taunton Town Centre. All are just a short walk to the Race HQ and Event Village. At present the public car poarks are free on Sunday's but this could change so be prepared to pay for parking.

Question 9

Can I wear Headphones?

Accepted Answer

Only bone conducting headphones that fully comply with UK Athletics rules are allowed under UKA rule T55. The full rules and guidance can be found here: Rules of Competition | UK Athletics

Any participants wearing headphones that do not comply with the UKA rules will beisqualified. For example in ear and ear covering headphones. Some bone conducting headphones are also illegal so please check the full UKA rules and guidance before race day.

Question 10

Where do I place my bib/race number?

Accepted Answer

Bib/race numbers must be worn on the athletes torso and the ful number must be on show.

Any numbers that are worn on other parts of the body or folded to make thm smaller will see the disqualification of that runner.

Question 11

Can I give my place to another runner?

Accepted Answer

Transfers are allowed but only through the official channels using our booking system and must be completed 15 days prior to the event date. Runners running under another runners name/number will be disqualified.

Question 12

Are there Pacers and Sweepers

Accepted Answer

Yes.

There will be a team of sweepers wearing green T-shirts following the last runner.

There will be a team of pacers wearing pink T-shirts and carrying flags in backpacks with their target time clearly marked.

Pacers will be there to pace the follwoing target times:

1 hour 30 mins

1 hour 45 mins

2 hours

2 hours 15 mins

2hours 30 mins

2 hours 45 mins

3 hours

Question 13

Can I run with my dog?

Accepted Answer

NO

Running with dogs is not permityted under England Athletics or UK Athletics rules. Running with a dog will result in disqualification.

Question 14

Will there be plenty of toilets?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

A bank of 20 temporary toilets and 2 urinal blocks will be located on Castle Green which is between the Race HQ at the Museum of Somerset and the Start/Finish in Taunton Town Centre. There are also public toilets in Castle Green and other public toilets in and around the town centre.

There will also be a couple of temporary toilets at the 6, 9 and 12 mile aid stations

Question 15

Are there any water/aid stations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Water/Aid station are roughly every 5km (3.1 Miles) in line with Engkand Athetics rules.

There will be water, electrolytes and energy gels at the aid stations

Question 16

Will there be water/refreshments at the finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes, every runner will be given a bottle of water and a can of Purdeys natural energy drink when they finish. These can be collected in the finish area along with you medal.

Question 17

Do I get a medal for my efforts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, both the Half Marathon and the Kids KM entrants will receive an awesome medal for their efforts. These will be collected in the finish area after crossing the finish line.

Question 18

Is the Race T-shirt included in my entry?

Accepted Answer

NO, race T-shirts are an optional extra which can be purcahsed in advance (November 31st deadline) when entering the race. T-shirts ordered in advance can be collected on race weekend.

A second round of T-shirt orders will be taken after the race. These orders need to be placed between the 2nd and 31st March. There will then be a 6-8 week lead time. Second round orders will have the option to pay for postage and packing to have the T-shirt sent out.

Question 19

Where and When will the prize giving take place?

Accepted Answer

Prize giving will take place near the finish line area in front of the media wall using our cool podium.

Prize giving will take place at 14:15, 15 minutes after the Half Marathon cut off or 15 minutes after the last runner finishes, which ever comes first.

Prize giving is for the Half Marathon only.

The Kids KM is a fun run where all runners get a medal but NO prizes are given.

Question 20

Will there be food and drinks available to buy before, during and after the event?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The event takes place in Taunton Town Centre so all of the main restaurants, cafes and coffee shops will be open.

Taunton Independant Market is also happening on Castle Green where you will find an array of food and beverage vendors as well as craft stalls.

Question 21

Where can I watch the race from? Where can my supporters spectate?

Accepted Answer

Taunton Town Centre will be closed to traffic so this is the prime area to spectate. From here you'll be able to watch the start ad the finish of both races and there will be things for your entourage to do while your out on the course.

Most of the course leading out of Taunton and back into Taunton has pavements on the side so also good for spectating.

The villages of Norton Fitzwarren, Oake and Bishops Hull are also good spectator spots.

Another popular loaction is Bradford on Tone. The White Horse PUb in the centre of the village will be open from 10:30 and serving breakfast baps and drinks. Alcoholic drinks from 11:00.

For the full course maps, see the maps section of the event webpage.

Question 22

What can my friends and family do while I'm running and what is there to do after?

Accepted Answer

As a community focussed event we have partnered with other local organisations to bring people to Taunton on race day and stay for a while after.

Taunton Independant Market will be on Castle Green with an array of local food, beverage and craft stalls. Please support these small local businesses.

The main Town Centre shops, restaurants and coffee shops will be open for shopping and eating.

The Museum of Somerset will be open until 16:00 so why not pop in andf find out all about our beautiful county, it's county town (Taunton) and its rish history.

Somerset County Cricket Club and Taunton Football Club will be bring their community engagement team and running activities for the little (and big) ones to take part in.

Question 23

How is the race timed and who is timing the race?

Accepted Answer

The race will be chip timed with a timing chip attached to your bib/race number. The chip will be detected when you cross the start and finish line.

Prosper Chip Timing will be professionally timing the race for us.

Question 24

Will there be post race massages available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our friends and sponsors Injury Armour will be on hand to give you a post race massage. They will be located near the finiah area.

Question 25

Will there be race photos?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Image Works will be out on the course taking professional photos. Smile, jump, pose for the camera. Professional photos will be available to purchase after the event using the following link: https://bit.ly/ActiveSW

You can subscribe to the photo album before the race to be notified as soon as the images go live! All race photo profits will be donated to our 4 local partner charities.

We will also have professional photographers taking photos of you with your medals in front of the media wall after finishing the race and taking group photos of your club, group etc in front of the finish gantry. These will be made free to runners and posted on our Facebook Page a day or two after the event.

Question 26

Can I run the half marathon with my young children?

Accepted Answer

No, sorry. All runners on the course must be full entrants and be wearing their bib/race number. In line with England Athletics rules, runners must be 17 years or older to take part in the half marathon distance.

Question 27

Will there be a bag drop?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there will be a bag drop at event HQ in the Museum of Somerset. If you need to leave a bag, please let someone know at registration and you will be given a tag with your race number on to attach to your bag. You'll need to show your main race number to collect your bag after the race.

Question 28

Will there be medical cover?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a fully equipped medical team from Apex Medical and Rescue will be on hand to at the start/finish and at points around the course should you need medical attention. If you or another runner needs medical attention, please alert a marshal or a medic and give the location of the casualty, the nature of the medcal issue and how many people need attention. You can also call the medical coordinatror on 07403 639847 if you have your phone on you.

Question 29

Do I need to bring my own cup/bottle?

Accepted Answer

No, cups will be provided at the aid stations and bottled water at the finish but if you have a reuseable collapsible cup that you are happy to carry then please do bring it along to help reduce the events waste.

Question 30

Are safety pins provided?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we will be supplying safety pins to attach your bib/race number to your torso but if you have an alternative option such as magnets or bib clips, please use them to help reduce the events waste.

Question 31

When should I go to the start?

Accepted Answer

We suggest making your way to the start line area 15 minutes before the race so you have plenty of time to line up in the area around the pacers that are running at or near your target time.

Taunton Half Marathon & Kids Kilometre Fun Run

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