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Whittington and River Lune — 9.0 km Running Route

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Whittington and River Lune is a 9.0 km (5.6 miles) loop in South Lakeland, England: flat, with 53 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

53 mAscent
Paved35%Paved
1/5Hilly

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Whittington and River Lune running route
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Location: South Lakeland, England

Explore the picturesque South Lakeland with this charming 9km route. Beginning with a gentle ascent from Low Biggins, you'll soon find yourself on quiet lanes leading to the village of Whittington. From there, a pleasant path guides you down to the River Lune, offering serene waterside views. The highlight of this section is undoubtedly the iconic Devil's Bridge, an historic landmark providing a fantastic photo opportunity, before the route eventually leads you into town.

This largely paved and relatively flat course, with a modest 53m ascent, is ideal for those seeking a relaxed and scenic run. It's a perfect choice for an enjoyable training run, a leisurely sight-seeing jog, or even a recovery run, allowing you to soak in the tranquil beauty of the Lune valley without excessive challenge.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 9.0 km loop in South Lakeland, England with around 53 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?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 6 metres of climb per kilometre, 53 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 65% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (2)

StephenSept 2025
Shoe suggestion: Trail
KirstyMay 2023

Beautiful course along quiet lanes, footpaths and the river. Very mean uphill finish!

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