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Prestwich Urban and Woods Loop — 5.8 km Running Route

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Prestwich Urban and Woods Loop is a 5.8 km (3.6 miles) loop in Prestwich, England: gently rolling, with 85 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

85 mAscent
Paved30%Paved
2/5Hilly

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Prestwich Urban and Woods Loop running route
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Explore the Prestwich Urban and Woods Loop

Location: Prestwich, England

Explore the varied terrain of Prestwich with this challenging 5.8km loop, perfect for a dynamic Greater Manchester run. This clockwise circuit offers a stimulating blend of urban paths and scenic wooded sections, including an ascent involving a significant number of steps after navigating a pedestrian underpass. While largely paved, the route's 85m of elevation provides a noticeable workout.

Ideal for those looking to add some hills to their training, or for general fitness, this route provides a convenient yet rewarding running experience. The mixture of surfaces and inclines makes it suitable for runners keen to vary their training without straying far from urban amenities, offering a good test of endurance.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.8 km loop in Prestwich, England with around 85 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 15 metres of climb per kilometre, 85 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 70% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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StewartDec 2024
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