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Black Down Common — 6.5 km Running Route

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Black Down Common is a 6.5 km (4.0 miles) loop in Taunton Deane, England: gently rolling, with 72 m of climb, on trail ground.

72 mAscent
Paved5%Paved
2/5Hilly
Black Down Common running route
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Explore the Black Down Common

Location: Taunton Deane, England

Explore the picturesque Black Down Common in Taunton Deane with this 6.5 km looped run. Starting from Wellington Hill, this entirely off-road route guides you along Blackdown Hill Road before circling the tranquil Common. With a gentle 72m ascent and a hilliness rating of 2/5, it offers a refreshing escape with panoramic views across the Somerset countryside.

Perfect for those seeking a peaceful, traffic-free run, this route is ideal for general fitness, a longer recovery run, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The varied off-road terrain makes it a rewarding experience for trail runners and those looking to get away from urban pavements.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 6.5 km loop in Taunton Deane, England with around 72 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, 72 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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