Totley Round

Route Overview & Local Insights

The Totley Round is a classic Sheffield "edge of the wild" loop, packing 187 meters of climbing into a scenic 9.6km circuit. Classified as a Category SL (Short Local) fell run, it offers a diverse surface mix of 40% pavement and 60% rugged trail. Runners will tackle leafy paths along the Totley Brook before enduring a steady road climb toward the wild expanse of Totley Moor. Expect the terrain to shift from smooth tarmac to potentially boggy moorland tracks and technischen grassy trails that will test your ankle stability, rewarding your efforts with sweeping views across the Peak District fringes before a fast descent back into the village.

Steeped in local fell running history, Totley serves as a gateway between the industrial heritage of South Yorkshire and the rugged beauty of the Derbyshire dales. The route skirts the eastern edge of the Peak District National Park, crossing land that has long been a training ground for legendary local running clubs. As you traverse the moorland sections, you are running through an area once dominated by ganister mining and rural farming, now preserved for its ecological significance. This route captures the spirit of the "Outdoor City," blending suburban convenience with the untamed grit of the English uplands.