Saturday, March 6, 2027
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A single 10k that pairs flat, fast railway path with a climb over Cleeve Hill and a long downhill run to the harbour front finish. The ground underfoot is packed earth and gravel on the trail and tarmac on the country lanes.
Start and finish beside the statue of the Ancient Mariner
Flat and fast disused Old Mineral Line railway trail beside the West Somerset Steam Railway
2km out and back on the Steam Coast Trail cycle path past Washford station
Country lane climb over Cleeve Hill with views to Exmoor, the Quantock Hills and the Bristol Channel
Cliff top descent on the car-free B3191 to the harbour front
Probably the longest and fastest finish of any race in Somerset
Start / Finish
The Esplanade, Watchet, near the race HQ at The Phoenix Centre and beside the statue of the Ancient Mariner
The Esplanade, Watchet, by the statue of the Ancient Mariner, near the race HQ at The Phoenix Centre
Terrain
Route
Race Day
What you get
Finisher medal
Free T-shirt for entries received before 14 February 2027
Free medal for all finishers
Awards for the first three men and women overall and in all age groups
All race proceeds donated to The Watchet Conservation Society
On the day
Changing facilities
Bag drop
Food vendors
Marshals on course
Before you enter
Other questions
Yes. The race permit allows a maximum of 200 entries, so it is worth entering early to secure a place.
No. The only closed section is the B3191 for the cliff top descent. The rest of the route is open to the public, including the trail and country lanes, so runners must take care around pedestrians, dog walkers and vehicles and cannot assume priority.
The Phoenix Centre serves charity refreshments after the race, including a range of hot and cold drinks and cakes.
All proceeds from the Watchet Mariner 10k are donated to The Watchet Conservation Society, which supports charities and projects in and around Watchet, including information boards, bat boxes along the Old Mineral Line, wildlife and hedgehog support, the Repair Cafe and public planting.
Watchet, United Kingdom
Saturday, March 6, 2027
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€22
entry fee