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Ripponden and Baintings Reservoir — 7.7 km Running Route

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Ripponden and Baintings Reservoir is a 7.7 km (4.8 miles) loop in Calderdale, England: hilly, with 118 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

118 mAscent
Paved25%Paved
3/5Hilly
Ripponden and Baintings Reservoir running route
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Location: Calderdale, England

This scenic 7.7km route offers a fantastic running experience in Calderdale, starting from Ripponden. You'll journey past Ryburn Reservoir before enjoying a full anticlockwise circuit of Baitings Reservoir, immersing yourself in the beautiful Pennine landscape. The consistent 25% paved surface ensures a comfortable and stable run underfoot.

With a moderate ascent of 118m, this route provides a good workout without being overly challenging, making it ideal for regular training runs or a refreshing weekend outing. The blend of reservoir views and gentle hills offers a stimulating run suitable for those looking for a picturesque, accessible, and rewarding local circuit.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 7.7 km loop in Calderdale, England with around 118 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?
Moderately. It rates 3 out of 5 on our hill scale — expect noticeable climbs. About 15 metres of climb per kilometre, 118 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 75% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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