5.9km

Ladywood Canal 5 — 5.9 km Running Out-and-back

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Ladywood Canal 5 is a 5.9 km (3.7 miles) out-and-back in Birmingham, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on paved ground.

0 mAscent

100%Paved

0/5Hilly

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Location: Birmingham, England

Lace up for a convenient 5.9km loop along the Ladywood Canal, starting near Birmingham Arena. This entirely flat, paved route offers a fantastic opportunity for an urban training run, whether you're looking for an active lunch break or a consistent, easy-to-navigate run.

As you follow the Birmingham Canal and Soho Loop, you’ll enjoy a unique perspective of the city, gliding past waterside scenes and the rhythm of canal life without any ascents to break your stride. Ideal for beginners, those recovering from injury, or simply anyone seeking a smooth, undisturbed run in the heart of Birmingham.

Common questions

How long is this route?

It's a 5.9 km out-and-back in Birmingham, England with around 0 metres of total ascent.

How long will it take me to run it?

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Is it hilly?

No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 0 metres of climb per kilometre, 0 metres in total.

What's the surface like?

It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.

Reviews (1)

StephenAug 2023

Enjoyable course along Birmingham canals.

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