6.8km

Ely North — 6.8 km Running Route

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Ely North is a 6.8 km (4.2 miles) loop in East Cambridgeshire, England: flat, with 12 m of climb, on mixed ground.

12 mAscent

40%Paved

0/5Hilly

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Explore the Ely North

Location: East Cambridgeshire, England

Explore the charming city of Ely with this 6.8km anticlockwise loop, perfect for convenient training. This largely paved route offers a gentle 12m ascent, making it an accessible option for runners of all levels. Journey through Clayway Drove and Kettlesworth Drove, where you'll enjoy open fields and a sense of serenity, before transitioning into the more developed Lynn Road and the pleasant, tree-lined streets of Kings Avenue.

This varied route provides a balanced blend of Ely's character, moving from peaceful rural fringes to residential vibrancy. It's an excellent choice for those seeking a straightforward, flat run, whether you're looking for a quick workout, an introductory urban exploration, or simply to enjoy the city on foot.

Common questions

How long is this route?

It's a 6.8 km loop in East Cambridgeshire, England with around 12 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, 12 metres in total.

What's the surface like?

It's roughly half paved (40%) and half trail. Light trail shoes are the safest pick, especially after rain.

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ClaireAug 2023

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