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Sale Canal 5 — 5.0 km Running Out-and-back

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Sale Canal 5 is a 5.0 km (3.1 miles) out-and-back in Sale, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on paved ground.

0 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
0/5Hilly
Sale Canal 5 running route
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Location: Sale, England

Escape the urban bustle of Sale with a flat and straightforward 5km along the historic Bridgewater Canal towpath. Offering a completely paved surface, this out-and-back route from Sale towards Timperley provides a smooth, traffic-free experience. Enjoy the peaceful canal-side setting, watching narrowboats glide by and appreciating the refreshing waterside greenery, much of which is shaded for comfort.

Ideal for convenient training runs, this route is perfect for those seeking to maintain a steady pace, practice their stride, or complete a comfortable 5k without any gradients. Its accessibility and consistent surface make it a great option for beginner runners, quick lunchtime fitness, or experienced athletes looking for a reliable, uninterrupted run.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.0 km out-and-back in Sale, 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 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.0 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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