Lydney parkrun

This is a three lap course with an out-and-back start and finish.

Run an almost complete anti-clockwise lap of the picturesque lake, before bearing right and double back on yourself towards the pumping station. Cross over the metal bridge and climb a short steep slope and turn right along the quiet canal path. This can be narrow in places. Drop down from the canal into the woods and return to the lake along the winding path, over the stone bridge, either turning right for the next lap or left back to the finish.
The Start is located near to a block of garages on the side of the lake, and the route is on a mixture of tarmac, stone and trail paths. Some of which can get slippery and muddy at times.

For those intending to run with pushchairs, or visually impaired runners, we suggest that you do a recce prior to the event as you may find it unsuitable due to the course terrain and obstacles. Please feel free to contact us to discuss this. Facilities The nearest public toilets are half a mile from the start in Albert Street Carpark.
Whilst there is NO parking at the lake, there is ample parking in the carpark off Hams Road.
There are plenty of benches around the lake for spectators to sit and watch.
Fishing in the lake is by permit only. Getting There Location of start The run starts near to a block of garages on the side of the lake. Getting there by public transport Bus: The lake is located a short walk from Lydney’s Bus Station. Train: Follow the road from Lydney train station towards Lydney town, cross over the roundabout, and follow the path down to the lake. Getting there on foot Lydney Lake can be found on the western side of Lydney Recreation Ground, near to the Football, Rugby and Tennis clubs. Getting there by road Lydney is located on the A48 between Gloucester and Chepstow. Turn off the A48 and follow the signs into Lydney town centre. At the bottom of Highfield Hill turn into Hams Road, just past the Bus Station, turn right into the B&M store car park, then immediate left and follow the car park down as far as you can.
The start is located through the gate at the far end and down the footpath next to Lydney Tennis Club.

If using SATNAV follow GL15 5PE
Please note there is NO parking at the lake for runners. Post Run Coffee Every week we grab a post-parkrun coffee: a local café. Please come and join us!

The course is 5k long. The course is at Lydney Boating Lake, Lakeside Gardens, Lydney. The course is run on a mixture of tarmac paths, stone paths and trail paths. Some sections of the course may accumulate mud, leaves and puddles after rain. Dependent on availability, marshals will be at key sections of the course, or signs will be in place.

Please remember that the parkrun uses shared paths. For the continued success of the event, please give way to other park users. This won't hurt your time, it won't stop you from getting a PB and it will make sure everyone continues to enjoy the event.

Please, wherever possible walk, jog, cycle or use public transport when attending the event. If you do have to drive, please consider car-sharing to reduce our impact on both the environment and other park users. Please also watch out for other park users when arriving and leaving. Parking may be limited so try to arrive early.