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6.8km

Great Harwood railway and canal — 6.8 km Running Route

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Great Harwood railway and canal is a 6.8 km (4.3 miles) loop in Hyndburn, England: flat, with 21 m of climb, on mixed ground.

21 mAscent
Paved55%Paved
0/5Hilly
Great Harwood railway and canal running route
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Explore the Great Harwood railway and canal

Location: Hyndburn, England

Explore the tranquil Great Harwood Railway and Canal route in Hyndburn, a delightful 6.8km loop perfect for a consistent run. This largely flat, paved course begins at Hameldon View, tracing the old railway line towards Cut Lane before a gentle turn brings you alongside the peaceful canal for 1.4km. The route then rejoins the railway line near Woodland and leads you back to your starting point.

With minimal ascent and smooth surfaces throughout, this route is ideal for convenient training runs, enjoying a relaxed pace, or recovering from a harder session. The historical railway path and scenic canal provide a pleasant backdrop, making it suitable for runners of all levels looking for a steady, enjoyable outing in the Hyndburn area.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 6.8 km loop in Hyndburn, England with around 21 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 3 metres of climb per kilometre, 21 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's roughly half paved (55%) and half trail. Light trail shoes are the safest pick, especially after rain.

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