A serene 6.8 km city-edge loop following the Water of Leith in Edinburgh. This mostly flat route combines riverside trails, quiet green spaces, and a peaceful contrast to the busier city centre — ideal for a relaxing run or an easy training loop. Route Overview Distance: 6.8kmStyle: Riverside & trail loopStart & Finish: Bus stop near…
A flat, scenic 6.6 km loop along Edinburgh’s Portobello Promenade and beach. This route combines open sand, seafront paths, and lively café spots, making it ideal for a relaxed weekend run or a casual jog with plenty of visual interest. Route Overview Distance: 6.6kmStyle: Beach & promenade loopStart & Finish: Bus stop near Portobello PromenadeSurface: Paved…
A pleasant 5 km loop through north Edinburgh, combining open park spaces, a scenic pond, and historic landmarks. This route winds through Inverleith Park, offering wide paths, gentle inclines, and varied scenery — ideal for an easy weekend run or a relaxed midday escape. Route Overview Distance: 4.7kmStyle: Park & historical loopStart & Finish: Bus stop…
A flowing, city-edge 7.7 km loop following the Union Canal and Fountainbridge Green. This route mixes calm canal paths, urban bridges, and historic aqueduct views — ideal for a steady weekend run or a scenic training loop. Route Overview Distance: 7.72kmStyle: Urban & canal-side loopStart & Finish: Train Station near FountainbridgeSurface: Paved streets, canal towpaths, occasional…
A relaxed, city-centre 5 km loop combining vibrant café stops, open park spaces, and local Edinburgh charm. This route weaves through leafy streets and The Meadows, making it ideal for an easy weekend run with a few scenic refuel points along the way. Route Overview Distance: 5.3kmStyle: Urban & park loopStart & Finish: Bus stop near…
A scenic, moderately hilly route taking in Edinburgh’s historic Holyrood Park and the iconic Arthur’s Seat. This ~5 km loop combines calm loch paths with panoramic city views — perfect for a weekend run or a midday escape. Route Overview Distance: 7.0kmStyle: Park & hillside loopStart & Finish: Bus stop near St Margaret’s LochSurface: Mostly paved…
A flat, flowing circuit around one of London’s most elegant Royal Parks, this 5km route blends tree-lined roads, formal gardens and open green space. It’s simple, runnable and ideal for steady efforts. Route Overview Distance: 5.0kmStyle: Circular park loopStart & Finish: Bus stop near Regent’s ParkSurface: Flat, paved pathsBest Time to Run: Sunset or early…
A flat, fast Thames Path route linking Waterloo, Westminster and Covent Garden. Big-name landmarks, wide pedestrian paths and constant skyline views make this one of the most visually rewarding short runs in London. Go early — it gets busy. Route Overview Distance: 5.8kmStyle: Riverside loop with city finishStart & Finish: Temple StationSurface: Fully paved pedestrian…
A rolling loop through one of London’s most iconic green spaces, this 6.45km route blends open heathland, woodland trails and some of the best panoramic views of the capital. It’s not flat — but that’s exactly the point. Route Overview Distance: 6.5kmStyle: Circular heathland loopStart & Finish: Hampstead Heath railway stationSurface: Mixed gravel, dirt paths…
A compact North Downs run with big rewards, this 4.75km loop climbs quickly to sweeping Surrey views before rolling along open hilltop trails. It’s shorter than your usual 5km, but hillier — and the scenery more than makes up for the distance. Route Overview Distance: 4.8kmStyle: Circular hill loopStart & Finish: Car park on Colley…