Running around West Tanfield 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 West Tanfield—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 25, 2025

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1. Hackfall Forest loop

4.68km

00:36

110m

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

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2. Fountains Abbey – Studley Royal Deer Park loop from Grewelthorpe

35.8km

03:50

430m

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

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3. Howgrave Wood – Thornborough Henges loop from West Tanfield

11.1km

01:09

30m

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

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4. Howgrave Wood loop from Thornborough

9.53km

00:59

20m

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

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5. Haw Wood loop from Mickley

8.86km

00:56

60m

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

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The best running trails around West Tanfield

1. Hackfall Forest loop

2. Fountains Abbey – Studley Royal Deer Park loop from Grewelthorpe

3. Howgrave Wood – Thornborough Henges loop from West Tanfield

4. Howgrave Wood loop from Thornborough

5. Haw Wood loop from Mickley

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