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Brownhills Canal and Lake β€” 12.3 km Running Route

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Brownhills Canal and Lake is a 12.3 km (7.6 miles) loop in Walsall, England: flat, with 10 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

10 mAscent
Paved15%Paved
0/5Hilly
Brownhills Canal and Lake running route
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Location: Walsall, England

This 12.3 km (7.6 mile) loop from Brownhills offers a picturesque and flat running experience around Chasewater Lake in Walsall. The route is entirely paved, making it ideal for road running shoes and providing a smooth surface for consistent pacing. Enjoy the calming views as you trace the perimeter of the lake, offering a welcome escape and a chance to focus on your run.

Perfect for convenient training sessions, this largely flat course is excellent for those looking to maintain a steady pace, build endurance, or complete a longer-distance run without significant elevation changes. Whether you're training for a race or simply enjoying a peaceful run surrounded by water, this route provides an accessible and enjoyable option in the heart of the West Midlands.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 12.3 km loop in Walsall, England with around 10 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 β€” 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 β€” essentially flat. About 1 metres of climb per kilometre, 10 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 85% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (2)

LucieFeb 2025
Shoe suggestion: Trail
StephenAug 2023

Excellent canal and Lakeland course πŸ˜€πŸ™ŒπŸ‘πŸ’₯

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