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Ship Crag — 6.1 km Running Route

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Ship Crag is a 6.1 km (3.8 miles) loop in Rothbury, England: hilly, with 115 m of climb, on trail ground.

115 mAscent
Paved0%Paved
3/5Hilly
Ship Crag running route
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Location: Rothbury, England

Discover the beauty of Rothbury with this engaging 6.1km trail run, offering stunning views and a taste of Northumberland's rugged charm. Starting from Blaeberry Hill, you'll embark on a clockwise loop around the distinctive Ship Crag, before continuing under Crocky's Heugh. This entirely unpaved route features varied and natural surfaces, promising an authentic off-road experience.

With 115m of ascent and a moderate hilliness rating, this route is ideal for those seeking a rewarding training run with some elevation challenge, or for runners simply wanting to enjoy a scenic outing amidst captivating landscapes. Perfect for building stamina or escaping into nature, it provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the Rothbury area's inherent beauty.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 6.1 km loop in Rothbury, England with around 115 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 19 metres of climb per kilometre, 115 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's an off-road route — trail shoes are recommended and underfoot can be soft or rocky in places.

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