Barnoldwick - canal north 8 — 7.7 km Running Out-and-back

Explore the Barnoldwick - canal north 8

Location: Pendle, England

Discover a wonderfully flat and scenic out-and-back run along the historic Leeds and Liverpool Canal, starting from Barnoldswick in the heart of Pendle. This 7.7km route offers a consistently paved towpath surface, making it an ideal choice for a smooth, uninterrupted run. Enjoy the tranquil waterside views, passing traditional narrowboats and open landscapes as you head north towards Gledstone Road and return.

With its minimal ascent and entirely paved surface, this route is perfect for those seeking a convenient, gentle training run, or a relaxed jog amidst natural beauty. It's also an excellent option for beginners looking to build distance and confidence, or for experienced runners seeking a steady, low-impact session. Embrace the refreshing canal-side air and the peaceful ambiance of this lovely Pendle pathway.

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How long is this route?

It's a 7.7 km out-and-back in Pendle, England with around 10 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 1 metres of climb per kilometre, 10 metres in total.

What's the surface like?

It's 70% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.

Barnoldwick - canal north 8 — 7.7 km Running Out-and-back

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