5k running routes in Hinckley and Burbage
Running outside is a hell of a lot more interesting than pounding away on a treadmill.
Finding a good route can make your exercise a lot more pleasurable.
Here are seven of my 5k routes in and around Hinckley and Burbage, suitable whether you're a beginner looking for local 5k running routes or a seasoned veteran looking to mix it up.
Getting out to run and walk my local area has given me a greater appreciation of the history and the area that I live in.
Some of them include my cool-down walk to so they'll be slightly longer than 5k.
And, if you're not ready to run them yet, they're perfectly suitable for walking.
It's always a good idea to let someone know your route and your expected time back, especially when you're running it for the first time.
And, make sure you've dressed appropriately for the exercise you're undertaking and the conditions.
Enjoy...
Hinckley Leisure Centre to Holycroft 5k
Start at Hinckley Leisure Centre and run out to the Holycroft estate before looping back.
A fairly flat, well-lit route on pavements, suitable all year round.
Hinckley to Burbage 5k
Start at Hinckley leisure centre and head up to Burbage and back.
The route is uphill to Burbage, well-lit route on pavements and suitable all year round.
Hinckley out to the A5 via DPD 5k
Start at Hinckley leisure centre and follow the DPD footpath out to the A5.
Relatively flat until you get to Sketchley Grange.
Be mindful around DPD and the back of Sketchley Grange - it's fairly quiet and can be dark depending on the time of day and year you go.