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Walking and running

Why not walk or run to campus to save some money and complete your daily exercise at the same time? Exercise releases feel-good hormones, and studies have shown walking and running can boost your mood, increase your energy, reduce stress levels and improve sleep quality. Walking burns approximately 100 calories in only 20 minutes!

There are lots of great views to be experienced when walking or running too, including parks, gardens and canals for you to take in. Ask a friend to join you if they take a similar route or listen to your favourite artist/podcast on the way!

Our Facilities

Check out our interactive map showing locations of biodiversity features, lockers, showers and water fountains.

Leisure walking routes near our campuses

Do you want to spend your lunchtime on a peaceful walk, checking out the nature of Birmingham? Below are some popular routes our students and staff take to campus, most of which include green spaces. Click into the PDF where you will find walking routes to specific campuses with directions, timings and a Google Maps link should you wish to follow the route on your device.

Timelapse video of an example route - Aston Junction to City Centre campus

Leisure walking routes nearby your campus

City Centre routes
  • Click here to see PDF with all walking routes to City Centre campus, including from Aston Junction, New Street station and to City South campus.
City South routes
  • Click here to see PDF with all walking routes to City South campus, including from Broadway Plaza, Five Ways station and New Street station.
School of Jewellery
  • Click here to see PDF with all walking routes to School of Jewellery, including from Library of Birmingham, New Street station and Lozells.
Doug Ellis Sports Centre
  • Click here to see PDF with a walking route to Doug Ellis Sports Centre from the nearest train station (Perry Barr).
Alexander Stadium
  • Click here to see PDF with a walking route to Alexander Stadium from the nearest train station (Perry Barr).


Getting from A to B

For more specific routes tailored to your journey, punch in your location and destination into Komoot and you’ll be given key information such as a route map, your journey time and difficulty level.

  • Birmingham City Council – Walking and jogging routes around Birmingham.
  • Strava – Connect and interact with friends and family to show off your walking/running progress and interesting routes.
  • CityMapper – For navigating urban public transport, including train, tube, bus, bike and walking.

14 Great city centre walks in Birmingham

Got a bit of spare time? Enjoy a bit of free exercise and take in the best of our city with the Birmingham Mail's guide to city centre walks in Birmingham.

Walking and Running Safety

  • Wear reflective clothing
  • Stick to paths away from traffic whenever possible
  • Carry a mobile phone
  • Make sure to stop and look before crossing the road
  • Be careful in dark areas and avoid walking alone at night when possible

Events

Birmingham City University offer a running group. For other up and coming events, check out our Events Page.