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Big Bear Beacon Hill — 5.4 km Running Route

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Big Bear Beacon Hill is a 5.4 km (3.4 miles) loop in Charnwood, England: hilly, with 100 m of climb, on trail ground.

100 mAscent
Paved5%Paved
3/5Hilly
Big Bear Beacon Hill running route
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Location: Charnwood, England

Discover the engaging 5.4km Big Bear Beacon Hill route in Charnwood, a well-maintained paved loop offering a rewarding challenge. Starting near the café, the initial climb leads you past picturesque scenery towards the upper car park, providing a good test for your legs.

The real joy comes with the downhill return, a beautifully runnable gradient that brings you back to your starting point. With 100m of ascent, it’s ideal for runners looking to incorporate hill training, prepare for race events, or simply enjoy a consistent, convenient loop in a scenic setting.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.4 km loop in Charnwood, England with around 100 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?
Moderately. It rates 3 out of 5 on our hill scale — expect noticeable climbs. About 18 metres of climb per kilometre, 100 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's an off-road route — trail shoes are recommended and underfoot can be soft or rocky in places.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.4 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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BarryMar 2026
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