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Leader Water Valley — 7.0 km Running Route

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Leader Water Valley is a 7.0 km (4.4 miles) loop in Drygrange Hall, Scotland: gently rolling, with 80 m of climb, on trail ground.

80 mAscent
Paved5%Paved
2/5Hilly
Leader Water Valley running route
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Location: Drygrange Hall, Scotland

Discover the tranquil beauty of the Scottish Borders with this 7km loop through the Leader Water Valley. Starting near Drygrange Hall, this largely paved route offers a gentle ascent as you follow the Leader Water. Enjoy picturesque riverside views and the refreshing rural air as you navigate from Leaderfoot to Cowdenknowes, returning on the scenic Diamond Jubilee Path.

This accessible route is ideal for a convenient training run, providing a consistent surface perfect for maintaining pace. Its moderate hilliness makes it suitable for runners looking for a comfortable yet engaging exploration of the local countryside, offering both exercise and a breath of fresh air.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 7.0 km loop in Drygrange Hall, Scotland with around 80 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, 80 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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