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Blandford and Charlton Marshall Trailway — 5.5 km Running Out-and-back

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Blandford and Charlton Marshall Trailway is a 5.5 km (3.4 miles) out-and-back in North Dorset, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

0 mAscent
Paved60%Paved
0/5Hilly
Blandford and Charlton Marshall Trailway running route
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Location: North Dorset, England

Explore the gentle North Dorset countryside on this 5.5 km out-and-back route along the Blandford and Charlton Marshall Trailway. Starting on Ward's Drove, you'll follow a fully paved, flat path through the pleasant Charlton Beeches, offering a tranquil escape without challenging terrain. The Trailway provides an easy, accessible running experience for all abilities.

This entirely flat, paved route is ideal for convenient training runs, whether you're looking for a brisk jog, a steady pace, or an accessible recovery run. With no ascent and a perfectly smooth surface, it's also excellent for pushing speedwork or for those seeking a comfortable, low-impact running experience amidst scenic, rural surroundings.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.5 km out-and-back in North Dorset, England with around 0 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 0 metres of climb per kilometre, 0 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 60% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.
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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