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The best running trails in England

4.4

(299)

27,092

runners

145,294

runs

Running in England is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in England—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 7, 2025

4.7

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3,197

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1. Thames Path loop from Charing Cross — Greater London

8.43km

00:53

60m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

(19)

2,677

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2. Tamsin Trail loop — Richmond Park

14.5km

01:42

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

(14)

2,305

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3. Tamsin Trail loop from Richmond Gate — Richmond Park, London

11.7km

01:25

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.4

(8)

1,635

runners

4. Three Peaks Challenge — Yorkshire Dales National Park

40.6km

05:15

1,420m

1,410m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4.3

(4)

1,148

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5. Carsington Water circular run

12.3km

01:26

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.3

(18)

963

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6. Derwent Water and Surprise View loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park

16.8km

01:56

290m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

(2)

982

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7. Blakemere Moss loop — Delamere Forest

6.25km

00:41

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.0

(6)

852

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8. Fairfield Horseshoe from Ambleside — Lake District National Park

17.7km

02:36

870m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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706

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9. Damflask Reservoir loop — Peak District National Park

6.22km

00:39

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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620

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10. Ladybower, Derwent and Howden Reservoirs running loop — Peak District National Park

29.5km

03:16

520m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in England

1. Thames Path loop from Charing Cross — Greater London

2. Tamsin Trail loop — Richmond Park

3. Tamsin Trail loop from Richmond Gate — Richmond Park, London

4. Three Peaks Challenge — Yorkshire Dales National Park

5. Carsington Water circular run

6. Derwent Water and Surprise View loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park

7. Blakemere Moss loop — Delamere Forest

8. Fairfield Horseshoe from Ambleside — Lake District National Park

9. Damflask Reservoir loop — Peak District National Park

10. Ladybower, Derwent and Howden Reservoirs running loop — Peak District National Park

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