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Holes Bay and Upton Park — 5.5 km Running Route

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Holes Bay and Upton Park is a 5.5 km (3.4 miles) loop in Poole, England: flat, with 10 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

10 mAscent
Paved25%Paved
0/5Hilly
Holes Bay and Upton Park running route
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Location: Poole, England

Explore the picturesque shoreline of Holes Bay and the tranquil grounds of Upton Country Park on this 5.5km paved run in Poole. Starting near Holes Bay Road, you'll follow the flat, accessible Poole Harbour Trails, enjoying panoramic waterside views before entering the verdant park. The route then leads you through Upton Country Park on a gentle clockwise loop, showcasing its mature trees and open spaces, before returning along the same scenic path.

With minimal ascent and entirely paved surfaces, this route is ideal for a convenient and enjoyable training run, pram-friendly excursions, or a leisurely sightseeing jog. It offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Poole, making it suitable for runners focusing on consistent pace work or those simply wanting to embrace the outdoors.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.5 km loop in Poole, England with around 10 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 2 metres of climb per kilometre, 10 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 75% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.5 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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