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Knight Stainforth Loop — 7.5 km Running Route

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Knight Stainforth Loop is a 7.5 km (4.6 miles) loop in Stainforth, England: hilly, with 176 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Yorkshire Dales National Park
176 mAscent
Paved10%Paved
3/5Hilly

Start anywhere route. Jump on the course line at any point — wherever you start will also be your finish point.

Knight Stainforth Loop running route
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Location: Stainforth, England

Explore the scenic Knight Stainforth Loop, a 7.5km clockwise circuit connecting Little Stainforth and Feizor. This route features a delightful mix of countryside trails and peaceful lanes, beginning with a steady climb through fields and pastures on well-trodden paths. As you approach Feizor, enjoy opening views across the landscape, dotted with distinctive limestone features, offering a truly engaging run.

From Feizor, the journey continues on gentler stretches, traversing farmland and quiet pathways back towards the start. With varied terrain including grassy paths, stony tracks, and some short climbs totalling 176m of ascent, it’s ideal for those seeking a moderately challenging, scenic adventure. This loop is perfect for a satisfying training run amidst tranquil surroundings or simply for taking in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales scenery.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 7.5 km loop in Stainforth, England with around 176 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 24 metres of climb per kilometre, 176 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 90% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (1)

SimonDec 2024

It's great that this route is 'start anywhere' - you can choose either Elaine's Tea Rooms or the Knight Stainforth cafe/bar for post run refreshments!

Shoe suggestion: Mud/Fell

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