7.5km

Beacon Hill and Cod Beck Reservoir — 7.5 km Running Route

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Beacon Hill and Cod Beck Reservoir is a 7.5 km (4.6 miles) loop in Whorlton, North York Moors, England: gently rolling, with 112 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

North York Moors National Park

112 mAscent

10%Paved

2/5Hilly

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Beacon Hill and Cod Beck Reservoir running route

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Location: Whorlton, North York Moors, England

Explore the breathtaking beauty of the North York Moors on this 7.5km loop, starting from Cod Beck Reservoir Car Park. You'll begin with a steady tarmac climb before joining the iconic Cleveland Way, leading you toward the rewarding vistas of Beacon Hill. The route then follows a scenic ridge, offering expansive views, before a gentle descent towards the reservoir.

This anti-clockwise circuit features generally good trails, combining narrow paths and tracks for varied footing. It's a fantastic option for a refreshing training run with some elevation, or for runners seeking stunning natural scenery and a taste of the Cleveland Way. The mix of surfaces and modest ascent make it suitable for a range of abilities looking for an engaging run.

Common questions

How long is this route?

It's a 7.5 km loop in Whorlton, North York Moors, England with around 112 metres of total ascent.

How long will it take me to run it?

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Is it hilly?

Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 15 metres of climb per kilometre, 112 metres in total.

What's the surface like?

It's mostly off-road (around 90% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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