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Houghall and Great High Wood — 4.9 km Running Route

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Houghall and Great High Wood is a 4.9 km (3.1 miles) loop in Durham, England: gently rolling, with 61 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

61 mAscent
Paved35%Paved
2/5Hilly

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Houghall and Great High Wood running route
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Location: Durham, England

Discover a delightful 4.9km urban loop near Durham, perfect for a convenient and varied training outing. Starting on Houghall Lane, you'll transition to Hollingside Lane before entering the tranquil Great High Wood. The route culminates with a scenic riverside stretch alongside Shincliffe Bridge, offering picturesque views and a refreshing change of pace.

With a gentle 61m ascent and mostly paved surfaces, this route is ideal for regular training runs, a brisk walk, or simply enjoying some fresh air close to Durham city. It’s well-suited for those looking for an accessible, moderate challenge without venturing too far from urban conveniences.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 4.9 km loop in Durham, England with around 61 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?
Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 12 metres of climb per kilometre, 61 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 65% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 4.9 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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