If you’ve been listening to the Women’s Running podcast, you’ll know that we’ve been doing a fair bit of city running recently, from the Vitality 10,000 to the New York Marathon. And whether you’re racing or enjoying a spot of run tourism, we think it’s one of the best ways to explore a new place. You get to cover a lot of ground quickly, see the sights and note the good coffee shops to come back to later.
A new study has just revealed the best cities and towns in the UK for running. We’re already planning some running trips! The study, researched by Runner’s Need, delved into the nitty gritty of each city’s topography, pavements and weather. They’ve found the best destinations to suit each type of runner. Read on for the reveal…
The best cities for beginner runners in the UK
Cambridge
Cambridge hit the top spot for beginner runners thanks to its flat and easy-to-traverse terrain. It also offers drier and less windy weather than the UK average. There are 113 listed running routes crossing the city on plenty of paved paths, of which 24 are rated ‘easy’.
Oxford
If you’d like to tick off an Oxbridge tour, you’re in luck: Oxford was the next best city for runners. Similar to Cambridge, its paved paths, abundance of running routes and calmer…
