Running in Lode.

A village on the southern edge of the Fens, about 8 miles north-east of Cambridge, named for its position at the southern end of Bottisham Lode. Split from Bottisham as its own parish in 1894. Home to Anglesey Abbey and its National Trust gardens.

Lode doesn't have a running club of its own. The nearest is Cambridge Triathlon Club in Bottisham (nearest training venue), about 2 miles away — close enough for a regular session if you're happy to travel for it.

Where people actually run around Lode: Anglesey Abbey and Quy Fen Circular, Stow-cum-Quy to Lode.

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Where people run in Lode

Anglesey Abbey and Quy Fen Circular

An easy 3.6-mile loop from Anglesey Abbey through fields and woods via Quy Fen and Stow cum Quy.

flat footpaths and parkland

Stow-cum-Quy to Lode

A shorter link route between the two villages.

field paths

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Common questions

Is there a running club in Lode?

Not one based in Lode itself yet — the nearest is Cambridge Triathlon Club in Bottisham (nearest training venue).

Is there a parkrun near Lode?

Verus hasn't confirmed one within easy reach yet.

What's the terrain like for running in Lode?

A mix, based on what's documented around Lode: flat footpaths and parkland; field paths.

Where do people run in Lode?

Anglesey Abbey and Quy Fen Circular, Stow-cum-Quy to Lode.

Are there any races near Lode?

None confirmed in the immediate area yet — see the full Cambridgeshire race calendar for what's within reach.

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