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Taunton Canal — 6.0 km Running Out-and-back

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Taunton Canal is a 6.0 km (3.8 miles) out-and-back in Taunton Deane, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

0 mAscent
Paved75%Paved
0/5Hilly
Taunton Canal running route
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Explore the Taunton Canal

Location: Taunton Deane, England

Discover the gentle charm of Taunton's waterways with this 6km out-and-back route along the tranquil canal. Starting near Winkworthy Way, you'll follow the towpath south towards Hyde Bridge and return, enjoying a consistently smooth, paved surface perfect for a focused run. The flat terrain ensures a comfortable experience, free from ascents, allowing you to maintain a steady pace.

This convenient route is ideal for daily training runs, whether you're looking to maintain fitness, build endurance, or simply enjoy a peaceful escape. The canal-side environment offers lovely, understated scenery, making it a pleasant option for runners of all levels seeking a straightforward and accessible stretch of pathway in Taunton Deane.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 6.0 km out-and-back in Taunton Deane, England with around 0 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?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 0 metres of climb per kilometre, 0 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 75% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.

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