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Heathfield and Gouthwaite Reservoir Loop — 15.0 km Running Route

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Heathfield and Gouthwaite Reservoir Loop is a 15.0 km (9.3 miles) loop in Pateley Bridge, England: gently rolling, with 161 m of climb, on mixed ground.

161 mAscent
Paved55%Paved
2/5Hilly

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Heathfield and Gouthwaite Reservoir Loop running route
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Explore the Heathfield and Gouthwaite Reservoir Loop

Location: Pateley Bridge, England

Discover this engaging 15km loop from Pateley Bridge, guiding you through charming Nidderdale countryside. The route begins with a sustained climb along a quiet lane towards Heathfield, rewarding your effort with expansive valley views. Once the ascent is complete, a gentle descent leads you to the tranquil waters of Gouthwaite Reservoir, where the route flattens out for a pleasant, mostly off-road stretch around its perimeter.

Continuing along the picturesque Nidderdale Way, this run offers a varied experience suitable for those seeking a good workout in a beautiful setting. The mix of ascents, flat sections, and varied surfaces (from narrow lanes to scenic tracks) makes it ideal for building endurance, enjoying a longer sightseeing run, or preparing for trail events, all while immersing yourself in the Yorkshire Dales.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 15.0 km loop in Pateley Bridge, England with around 161 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?
Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 11 metres of climb per kilometre, 161 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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