Running around Symondsbury 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 around Symondsbury—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 10, 2025

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1. Thorncombe Beacon loop from Eype

4.94km

00:40

180m

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

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2. Golden Cap – View of Charmouth loop from West Bay

35.7km

04:41

1,200m

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

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3. The Fisherman's Rest loop from West Bay

11.0km

01:25

290m

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

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4. Burton Bradstock Clifftop Path – Cogden Reedbed loop from West Bay

24.1km

02:51

310m

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

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5. Burton Bradstock Clifftop Path loop from West Bay

8.74km

01:00

90m

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

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The best running trails around Symondsbury

1. Thorncombe Beacon loop from Eype

2. Golden Cap – View of Charmouth loop from West Bay

3. The Fisherman's Rest loop from West Bay

4. Burton Bradstock Clifftop Path – Cogden Reedbed loop from West Bay

5. Burton Bradstock Clifftop Path loop from West Bay

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