Longrun Meadow is a distinctive location for events in Taunton, a base for all sorts of activities, a favourite dog-walking spot as well as being a perfect place to have a break from the bustle of the town centre.
There are lots of opportunities to get involved in the management of Longrun Meadow by joining The Friends of Longrun Meadow.
Lots of different events are organised at Longrun meadow, such as choirs singing in the willow cathedral, dog festivals, sports festivals and wildlife walks. Come and join in…
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Activities such as running, orienteering, cycling, kayaking and dog walking take place around Longrun Meadow. Come and join in…
READ MORELots of wildlife makes its home in the meadow. Kingfishers, chiff chaffs and blue tits; water voles, wood mice and otters; butterflies, dragonflies and beetles to name just a few. There are weekday and weekend work parties to help manage the meadow run by the Friends group. Come and join in…
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What a difference the sun has made to the meadow. The hay was taken almost a month earlier than last year, so at the beginning of August, instead of rows of grass, we already have the first plants reflowering after the cut. Read More
Haymaking time has arrived. The wild flowers have mainly set seed by now and the process of haymaking ensures that the seeds are spread out in the field and reach the soil. Read More
Join us on National Meadows Day for a walk around the meadow. We’ll have a look at the plants that are flowering and the animals that feed on them. Read More