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Roker 5 — 5.2 km Running Route

Roker 5 is a 5.2 km (3.2 miles) loop in Roker Marina, Tyne and Wear: flat, with 31 m of climb, on paved ground.

31 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
1/5Hilly

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Roker 5 running route
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Location: Roker Marina, Tyne and Wear

This continuous loop offers a coastal run of about 5.5 km around Roker Marina, with just 40 metres of climbing spread throughout the circuit. The ground is paved making for a smooth run on roads and promenades.

The route takes in the coastline, with the sea always close by, and passes along stretches of Bede's Way. You'll find yourself running close to Roker Park Lake and the open green spaces of Roker Park, before heading back towards the marina.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.2 km loop in Roker Marina, Tyne and Wear with around 31 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 6 metres of climb per kilometre, 31 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.2 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

Reviews (1)

JakeSept 2026

Great little loop perfect for a quick run when short of time.

Shoe suggestion: Road

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