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Runswick Bay Railway Path and Runswick Sands — 8.4 km Running Route

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Runswick Bay Railway Path and Runswick Sands is a 8.4 km (5.2 miles) loop in Scarborough, North York Moors, England: gently rolling, with 93 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

North York Moors National Park
93 mAscent
Paved60%Paved
2/5Hilly
Runswick Bay Railway Path and Runswick Sands running route
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Location: Scarborough, North York Moors, England

Explore the stunning coastline of the North York Moors on this accessible run from Scarborough. This 8.4 km loop begins at Bank Bottom car park, following the gentle gradients of the former railway path towards Kettleness. Enjoy panoramic sea views and the distinct character of the Cleveland Way on your return journey. While largely paved, this route offers a fantastic blend of coastal scenery and even underfoot conditions.

This route is ideal for runners of all abilities, offering a comfortable surface for daily training runs or a scenic jog with breathtaking sea air. The relatively flat profile, with a modest 93m ascent, makes it a good option for those seeking a longer, steady effort or a refreshing sightseeing run along this beautiful stretch of English coastline.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.4 km loop in Scarborough, North York Moors, England with around 93 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 11 metres of climb per kilometre, 93 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 60% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.

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