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South Hylton Loop — 5.4 km Running Route

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South Hylton Loop is a 5.4 km (3.3 miles) loop in Sunderland, England: flat, with 30 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

30 mAscent
Paved30%Paved
1/5Hilly
South Hylton Loop running route
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Explore the South Hylton Loop

Location: Sunderland, England

Explore the South Hylton Loop, a 5.4km tarmac riverside route beginning conveniently at South Hylton Metro Station in Sunderland. This largely flat, accessible path follows the River Wear southeast, offering pleasant views as it winds towards Stony Heugh before completing a loop back to the start via the old railway line.

This route is ideal for consistent, convenient training runs, suitable for all abilities due to its gentle ascent and fully paved surface. It’s perfect for those seeking a reliable, low-impact exercise option or a scenic and accessible way to enjoy the river without venturing off-road.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.4 km loop in Sunderland, England with around 30 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?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 6 metres of climb per kilometre, 30 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 70% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.4 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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