Canicross Routes

Tag: 10-15km

Arundel Half Marathon – 21km

A small stone castle with twin round towers sits on a grassy hill beneath a clear blue sky.

The route which is to follow deserves a little context, so I need to take you on a little journey back to 2020 which will be forever stamped in our minds as the year of Covid-19, Lockdowns and whether having wine and cheese in a room constitutes being a business meeting or a party.

Leith Hill Circular – 14km

Sunset over a calm lake with bare trees along the shore and a colorful sky.

This hilly route starts out at the base of Leith hill and leads you on a circular trail via the Leith Hill Tower and Tillingbourne Waterfall.

Slinfold – 16.5km

Weathered wooden sign reading "DOWNS LINK" beside a mossy brick arch and green foliage.

This route utilises the downs link trail as well as the country trails and paths leading away from the main trail.

Blue Idol – 11km

A traditional half-timbered cottage with white walls and dark wooden beams sits on a green lawn under a blue sky.

Starting from the Blue Idol which in itself is a historic site and a Quaker meeting house, the route leads away from here and along quiet country trails.

Wisborough Green – 14km

Moss-covered stone chapel ruin with a rounded apse and arched windows in a forest, with a small bell tower in the background.

This long route takes you from the village of Wisborough Green and over the hill at Bedham looping back through Hawkhurst court which was incidentally the headquarters of the Canadian army during WWII. The route is a mixture of open fields woodland trails though caution is recommended in a number of sections as it uses […]

Loxwood – 12km

A narrow muddy canal lined with trees on both sides, with a large tree trunk in the foreground.

This route brings us back to the Wey and Arun Junction Canal but this time heading away south though woodlands and fields past a number of mills along the river Arun which have been renovated to houses.

Houghton – 14km

This is a circular route taking part of the South Downs Way  starting out from Whiteways Lodge Car Park. The route is 14km/8.5ml and should be considered challenging.

Loxwood – 11km

Sunlit forest path winding through trees with sunlight filtering through the leaves.

This is a lovely 11km loop starting out from the Onslow Arms in Loxwood. Parking is freely available using the Wey & Arun canal car park this route starts out heading east towards Drungewick.

Lancing Ring – 10.5km

Suggested by Catherine H, This route is a 10km trail starting out at Lancing Ring nature reserve. This area has many paths which can easily be explored for shorter or if your pooch and your legs are keen some very long runs.