Southern Washlands and Newlands Hall

Explore Wakefield's Southern Washlands on this 8.3km loop, a predominantly flat route offering tranquil stretches alongside the River Calder. Starting near Welbeck Lane, you'll trace a scenic path towards The Half Moon pub and encompass a portion of Newland Park, enjoying pleasant riverside views and open spaces. The entirely paved nature of this course makes for consistently smooth running.

With minimal ascent and an easy gradient, this route is ideal for convenient training runs, gentle sightseeing, or recovery sessions. Its accessible surfaces make it suitable for runners of all abilities looking for a peaceful and straightforward running experience within Wakefield, perfect for clocking up miles without significant technical challenge.