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Bossington & Selworthy Beacon Loop — 13.2 km Running Route

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Bossington & Selworthy Beacon Loop is a 13.2 km (8.2 miles) loop in Bossington, Exmoor, England: hilly, with 394 m of climb, on trail ground.

Exmoor National Park
394 mAscent
Paved0%Paved
4/5Hilly
Bossington & Selworthy Beacon Loop running route
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Explore the Bossington & Selworthy Beacon Loop

Location: Bossington, Exmoor, England

Lace up for a stunning Exmoor adventure with this 13.2km loop, starting from the picturesque village of Bossington. This challenging route quickly climbs onto the South West Coast Path, offering breathtaking coastal vistas as you traverse narrow trails high above the sea. You'll continue along wider, open paths, eventually reaching the iconic Selworthy Beacon before descending back towards Bossington on a varied terrain that is entirely unpaved.

This demanding run, with its significant ascent and exposed sections, is ideal for experienced trail runners seeking a rewarding challenge and spectacular scenery. Enjoy panoramic coastal views and the expansive beauty of Exmoor's open access land, making it perfect for an invigorating long run or a memorable exploration of this stunning corner of England.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 13.2 km loop in Bossington, Exmoor, England with around 394 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?
Yes. It rates 4 out of 5 on our hill scale — a hilly route with sustained climbing. About 30 metres of climb per kilometre, 394 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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