Explore the Birstall lakes
Location: Birstall, Leicestershire
Lovely route passing through the lakes
4.3km
Birstall lakes — 4.3 km Running Route
Birstall lakes is a 4.3 km (2.7 miles) loop in Birstall, Leicestershire: flat, with 0 m of climb, on paved ground.
0 mAscent
96%Paved0/5Hilly
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Common questions
How long is this route?
It's a 4.3 km loop in Birstall, Leicestershire with around 0 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
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Is it hilly?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 0 metres of climb per kilometre, 0 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 96% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Reviews (1)
JakeJul 2026
Peaceful loop ideal for lapped long runs or a gentle 5k
Shoe suggestion: Road
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