Running around Gloucester 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 Gloucester—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. Gloucester Docks & Robinswood Hill loop from Gloucester

21.4km

02:22

210m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Gloucester Docks – Canal Side loop from Gloucester

8.59km

00:53

30m

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

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3. Canal Side loop from Gloucester

13.1km

01:21

50m

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

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4. Running loop from Elmbridge

7.07km

00:44

20m

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

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5. Great Run loop from Kingsway

7.23km

00:50

10m

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

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6. Great Run loop from Quedgeley

6.23km

00:43

10m

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

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7. Running loop from Wotton

5.00km

00:31

10m

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

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8. Dog Shit Alley loop from Tuffley

15.4km

01:38

40m

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

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9. Gloucester Cathedral – Gloucester Docks loop from Gloucester

27.8km

02:57

90m

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

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10. Shag Hill loop from Abbeydale

6.35km

00:44

80m

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

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The best running trails around Gloucester

1. Gloucester Docks & Robinswood Hill loop from Gloucester

2. Gloucester Docks – Canal Side loop from Gloucester

3. Canal Side loop from Gloucester

4. Running loop from Elmbridge

5. Great Run loop from Kingsway

6. Great Run loop from Quedgeley

7. Running loop from Wotton

8. Dog Shit Alley loop from Tuffley

9. Gloucester Cathedral – Gloucester Docks loop from Gloucester

10. Shag Hill loop from Abbeydale

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