Route Overview:
Total Distance: 5.4 km
Elevation Gain: 26 m
Surface: Mixed terrain – includes pavements, footpaths, and trails
Footwear: Suitable for both road and trail running – wear appropriate shoes, as some sections may be uneven
Best For: Spring and summer evening runs
Type: Loop route starting and ending at the same location
​​​​We use Strava, a popular free app that is designed to show you the running route and, if you wish, track your progress.
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The Strava route is shown below and you can join the Strava Club using the button provided:
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Safety and Crossing Points:
The route crosses a number of quiet residential streets, side roads, and cul-de-sacs. However, it also includes some crossings over busier roads, so please stay alert.
It is every runner’s responsibility to ensure safe crossings.
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Runner Considerations:
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There is a section of the route that involves running on the road – please run in single file and remain highly visible to traffic
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Be cautious around corners and bends, especially on trail or unpaved sections
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This route is popular with walkers and dog walkers – please be courteous and aware of others on the path
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Always obey road safety rules and give way where needed
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Route Completion:
This 5.4 km loop brings you back to Town Mills Car Park after a scenic mix of town paths and green trail sections. A great mid-week route for keeping your legs moving in a relaxed group setting.
We look forward to seeing you out there for a great evening run!
​​​​Membership:​
Joining the running group is free and intended for adults only because of the road crossings that are on the route.
You will need to join our Whatsapp group using the button above.
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Before each run, members will need to confirm, using Whatsapp, whether they intend to take part or not in that particular event. This gives us information about the group size that would be arriving for the run.
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The Whatsapp group will also give members up-to-date information about future runs (dates, time, route, etc) along with any dates that a run might not proceed for some reason. ​
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