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Woking Canal 5 — 5.3 km Running Out-and-back

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Woking Canal 5 is a 5.3 km (3.3 miles) out-and-back in Woking, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on paved ground.

0 mAscent
Paved95%Paved
0/5Hilly
Woking Canal 5 running route
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Location: Woking, England

Enjoy a peaceful 5.3km out-and-back along the Basingstoke Canal in Woking, a wonderfully flat and largely paved route perfect for a steady run. Starting at St John's Lye, you'll follow the tranquil waterway towards Bagshot Road, offering pleasant reflections and a refreshing change of scenery from urban streets. It's a great option for those seeking a quiet, accessible run without any challenging climbs.

This route is ideal for convenient training runs, offering an uninterrupted surface to maintain your pace. The flat profile makes it suitable for all abilities, from beginners getting into running to experienced athletes looking for a gentle recovery session or a consistent tempo run. Take in the calming canal-side environment as you log your miles.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.3 km out-and-back in Woking, 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 95% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.3 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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PaulJul 2025
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