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Cunswick Scar 5 — 4.8 km Running Route

Cunswick Scar 5 is a 4.8 km (3.0 miles) loop in Underbarrow and Bradleyfield, Westmorland and Furness: gently rolling, with 59 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

Lake District
59 mAscent
Paved64%Paved
2/5Hilly
Cunswick Scar 5 running route
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Location: Underbarrow and Bradleyfield, Westmorland and Furness

Setting out from the car park in Underbarrow and Bradleyfield on the edge of the Lake District, this 5 km loop heads towards the limestone edge of Cunswick Scar. Underfoot is a mix of paved surface and off-road trail, leaning towards tarmac along the lanes with rougher fell path further out. An early gentle descent gives way to level ground, keeping most of the modest 60 metres of climbing for later in the circuit.

The route loops around Cunswick Fell to reach the summit of Cunswick Scar, with Cunswick Tarn tucked below to the west. A steady climb over the fellside leads back round to the car park, finishing an undulating circuit that pairs quiet tarmac with open upland track.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 4.8 km loop in Underbarrow and Bradleyfield, Westmorland and Furness with around 59 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?
Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 12 metres of climb per kilometre, 59 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 64% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 4.8 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

Reviews (1)

JulesOct 2026

Great short run with extensive views over Kendal and the fells . On a clear day view over to the coast

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