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Runs in and around Sunderland
16 running routes in Sunderland · 18 more nearby
Sunderland offers a mix of running, with routes that are gently rolling and on varied surfaces. You'll find a good selection of loops, mostly between 5km and 10km.
There are some interesting options, such as the Coastal Path to Ryhope, or the route from the Stadium of Light to Northern Spire.
Runs in Sunderland
Cleadon Hills
South Tyneside, England
Following Bede's Way to Whitburn before returning via Cleadon Lane and Sunniside Lane. .
Coastal Path to Ryhope
Sunderland, England
Starting where the promenade road leaves Commercial Road and following it down to Ryhope before returning via an adjacent path.
Dawdon Dene and Stony Cut Bank
Seaham, England
Starting from Dene Road and following it to Dalton le Dale, then returning via Stony Cut.
Herrington Country Park from Shiney Row
Sunderland, England
A loop around Herrington Country Park from the path just off Mill Terrace.
Herrington Country Park from the Visitor Area
Sunderland, England
A circuit of Herrington Country Park starts from the southeast corner of car park near Chester Road.
Roker 5
Roker Marina, Tyne and Wear
The ground is paved making for a smooth run on roads and promenades.
Ryhope to Seaton on disused railway
Sunderland, England
From Saint Nazaire Way along Seaton Bank disused railway to Seaton Lane, where it makes a small loop and returns.
Seaburn to Lizard Point
Sunderland, England
Following the England Coastal Path north from opposite Dykelands Road up to Souter Lighthouse, looping round and returning.
South Hylton Loop
Sunderland, England
Starting from South Hylton Metro Station and following the Metro line to the road, where it picks up the River Wear south east to Stony…
Stadium of Light to Northern Spire
Sunderland, England
From the Stadium of Light it follows a cycleway to where it meets Hylton Park Road, then returns following paths by the river to…
Tunstall Hills
Sunderland, England
From Ryhope Road to loop around Tunstall Hills.
Washington Wetland 10
Washington, Tyne and Wear
This out-and-back route follows the River Wear from the Washington Wetland Centre.
Wearmouth Bridge to Roker Pier Lighthouse
Sunderland, England
Starting at the path bend on inlet just east of Wearmouth Bridge and following the river, then the promenade to the Roker Lighthouse, and…
West from South Hylton
Sunderland, England
Starting from Offerton Lane and following the River Wear to Cox Green, then returning via the old railway path.
West Harton Mineral Line and Temple Memorial Park
South Tyneside, England
Starting from Whiteleas Way and then following the West Harton Mineral Line South, before picking up Bede's Way to the east, then north and…
West Lea to Murton
County Durham, England
From the end of Walton Avenue out to Hawthorn/Ryhope Way, looping down to the edge of Murton, and returning.
Runs around Sunderland
Within roughly 16 km, sorted by distance.
The Princess Anne Park
Sunderland, England
Starting from Biddick Lane and looping roundBiddick Playing Fields to the east, then Princess Anne Park to the north, crossing the A182 and…
Marsden and Cleadon coastal loop
South Shields, Tyne and Wear
The ground is mostly paved, with only occasional short off-road sections, making for a smooth and consistent surface.
Consett and Sunderland Railway Path
Sunderland, England
Following the railway path from Biddick Lane to Durham Road and back.
Chourdon Point
Seaham, England
Starting from Nose's Point car park and following the coastal path to Chourdon Point, then looping round Hawthorn Dene Nature Reserve and…
The Leas
South Tyneside, England
Lyons Country Park
Sunderland, England
Starting from a lane just off Station Road and looping round Hetton Lyons Country Park via Salters Lane and Great Eppleton.
Jarrow Greenery
South Tyneside, England
Starting just west of the cemetery on either side of the Cemetery Road and heading south via Bede's Way to Leam Road, then returning via…
Wardley Manor
Gateshead, England
Starting from Bowes Railway Path and then looping around Hebburn Quarry Nature Reserve, then round Pelaw before returning.
Rainton Meadows
Sunderland, England
A loop of Rainton Meadows via the ponds, starting and finishing at the visitor centre car park.
Around The Leas
South Shields, England
This anticlockwise loop around The Leas in South Shields is a solid choice for a steady run with minimal technical demands.
Hebburn Riverside Park
South Tyneside, England
Starting from the Riverside Football Pitch car park and following the path adjacent to the river down to Joel Terrace, before looping round…
Around Walker Riverside Park
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Starts and finishes at the intersection of Malaya Drive and Hadrian's Way, making a clockwise loop across the River Tyne and back.
Wheatsheaf C2C & River Loop
South Pelaw, County Durham
Starting from the Wheatsheaf Pup, a 10 Mile gently undulating route which follows the Coast To Coast cycle route down to the Cox Green…
Wheatsheaf to Beamish and Back
South Pelaw, County Durham
Starting at The Wheatsheaf Pub, this loop follows the Coast to Coast (C2C) route on a steady climb towards Beamish Museum.
Chester-le-Street Riverside Park
Chester-le-Street, England
Starting from Cone Terrace and following the River Wear to Crichton Avenue, then returning via Riverside Gardens.
Whitley Bay Coastal 10
Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear
Predominantly on the promenade and coastal paths, the route is almost entirely flat with uninterrupted sea views for much of the run.
Rising Sun Country Park
North Tyneside, England
Starting from Kings Road North and looping around the Rising Sun Country Park and Swallow Pond.
Cullercoats North Pier
North Tyneside, England
Starting from Cullercoats Lifeboat Station and following the coastal path to the end of North Pier and back, with minor deviations on the…
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