The Herepath Half is a trail race, organised by Taunton’s Running Forever Running Club. Subject to confirmation, the 2025 event is currently expected to be held on Sunday 19 October 2025 at 10:30am.
The route generally follows the Staple Fitzpaine Herepath Trail in the Blackdown Hills and is approximately 13.7 miles long. The trail reaches the highest point in the Blackdowns with fabulous views.
Herepaths were originally important trade and communication routes between settlements during the ninth century – they are often referred to as people’s paths.
The race is run in conjunction with Thurlbear Primary School, and the entry fee includes a donation to the school PTA. The 2024 race raised £1,000 for Thurlbear Primary School PTA, and around £500 for St Margaret’s Hospice.
The race forms part of the Somerset Series, a series of mostly club-organised races across the county.
- Sunday 19 October 2025
- 10:30 am
- Thurlbear Primary School, Somerset, TA3 5BW