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Watery Lane Circuit — 5.5 km Running Route

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Watery Lane Circuit is a 5.5 km (3.4 miles) loop in Settle, England: flat, with 42 m of climb, on mixed ground.

42 mAscent
Paved40%Paved
1/5Hilly

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Watery Lane Circuit running route
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Location: Settle, England

This delightful 5.5km circuit from Settle offers a pleasant blend of countryside and town. Starting on Watery Lane, the route soon opens up to tranquil views alongside the River Ribble, where you can enjoy the gentle flow of water and open fields. The terrain is varied but friendly, including well-kept paths and quiet lanes.

As you return to Settle, you'll pass through charming streets, experiencing the town's character firsthand. With minimal ascent and largely solid surfaces, this route is ideal for an easygoing training run, a leisurely sightseeing trot, or a relaxed outing for runners of all abilities looking to enjoy the local scenery.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.5 km loop in Settle, England with around 42 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?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 8 metres of climb per kilometre, 42 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's roughly half paved (40%) and half trail. Light trail shoes are the safest pick, especially after rain.

Reviews (2)

AndyDec 2025

Watery

Shoe suggestion: Trail
SimonDec 2025
Shoe suggestion: Mud/Fell

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