5K · Loughborough
5K running routes in Loughborough
3 5 kilometre routes in Loughborough — each with a map, elevation profile and free GPX download. Ideal for parkrun pace, a lunchtime loop or a weekly 5K habit.
The 5K running routes in Loughborough are mostly flat and paved, so road shoes are a good choice. You'll find a mix of out-and-back routes and loops.
University 5 is the flattest, while Woodthorpe 5 has a bit more climbing, but it's still fairly gentle.
5K routes in Loughborough
5K routes in nearby towns
5K running in Loughborough — common questions
- Where can I run a 5K in Loughborough?
- Skamper lists 3 5K running routes in and around Loughborough, each with a map, elevation profile and downloadable GPX file.
- Are these 5K routes free to use?
- Yes. Every route is free to view and download, and you can navigate it turn by turn in the Skamper app.
- Are the routes exactly 5 kilometres?
- We include routes between 4.8km and 5.2km, so each is close enough to 5K for parkrun-pace training and time trials.



