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Austwick Amble — 12.4 km Running Route

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Austwick Amble is a 12.4 km (7.7 miles) loop in Austwick, Yorkshire Dales, England: hilly, with 266 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Yorkshire Dales National Park
266 mAscent
Paved20%Paved
3/5Hilly
Austwick Amble running route
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Location: Austwick, Yorkshire Dales, England

Embark on a challenging 12.4 km journey through the stunning Yorkshire Dales, starting from the charming village of Austwick. This route mirrors sections of the renowned Austwick Amble Fell Race, offering a true taste of fell running with significant ascents onto open fells. You'll encounter varied terrain including grass and unique limestone pavements, reaching a high point of approximately 411m, all contributing to its 266m of total climb.

This demanding run is perfect for experienced trail runners looking for a robust training session or a rigorous race preparation. The exposed nature of the fells means conditions can change rapidly, so careful planning and navigation skills are essential. Prepare for an invigorating experience amidst breathtaking Dales scenery.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 12.4 km loop in Austwick, Yorkshire Dales, England with around 266 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 21 metres of climb per kilometre, 266 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 80% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (3)

Most runners suggest: Trail

PhilippaApr 2026
Shoe suggestion: Trail
RichardApr 2025

Lovely run on a lovely spring day

Shoe suggestion: Trail
AndyFeb 2025

Superb

Shoe suggestion: Mud/Fell

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