Running around Preston 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 Preston—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 3, 2025

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1. Avenham & Miller Parks loop from Preston

7.20km

00:45

40m

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

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2. View of Longridge Fell – Avenham and Miller Parks loop from Preston

33.9km

03:33

180m

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

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3. Running loop from Larches

15.6km

01:37

50m

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

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4. Duck Pond loop from Preston

9.60km

01:00

50m

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

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5. Mellings Wood loop from Grange

18.7km

01:59

100m

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

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6. Avenham and Miller Parks loop from Preston

17.6km

01:50

80m

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

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7. Beacon Fell loop from Bleasdale

7.34km

00:54

140m

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

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8. Duck Pond loop from Holme Slack

4.39km

00:27

20m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. River Darwen loop from St. Matthew's

12.2km

01:16

60m

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

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10. Running loop from Lea Town

21.5km

02:13

60m

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

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The best running trails around Preston

1. Avenham & Miller Parks loop from Preston

2. View of Longridge Fell – Avenham and Miller Parks loop from Preston

3. Running loop from Larches

4. Duck Pond loop from Preston

5. Mellings Wood loop from Grange

6. Avenham and Miller Parks loop from Preston

7. Beacon Fell loop from Bleasdale

8. Duck Pond loop from Holme Slack

9. River Darwen loop from St. Matthew's

10. Running loop from Lea Town

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