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7.4km

Lymm The old railway and the canal — 7.4 km Running Route

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Lymm The old railway and the canal is a 7.4 km (4.6 miles) loop in Lymm, England: flat, with 10 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

10 mAscent
Paved35%Paved
0/5Hilly

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Lymm The old railway and the canal running route
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Location: Lymm, England

Explore the picturesque village of Lymm with this delightful 7.4km loop, seamlessly connecting the tranquil canal towpath and a section of the historic Trans Pennine Trail. Predominantly paved, this flat route (minimal ascent) offers a smooth and comfortable run, ideal for those seeking an easy-going experience amidst charming Cheshire scenery.

This accessible Lymm circuit is perfect for convenient training runs, gentle sightseeing jogs, or a pleasant Sunday outing. Enjoy the peaceful waterside views and the character of the old railway line, making it suitable for runners of all abilities looking for a relaxed yet rewarding experience.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 7.4 km loop in Lymm, 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 — 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 1 metres of climb per kilometre, 10 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 65% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (2)

KennyOct 2023

Very scenic circular route but me and green runner Claire had to run second and half of section two twice to get to the start once and return from the finish also the path at the side of road on section 5 was narrow and a bit overgrown

StephenMay 2023

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