Bethlem Royal Hospital Parkrun
A trail run through classic English meadows, on the grounds of history’s most notorious asylum.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 2.6 km
- Ascent
- 17 m
- Descent
- 17 m
10 of London’s Best Trail-Based Parkruns
Escape the pavement and immerse yourself in nature on 10 of London’s best trail Parkruns, from grass to woodland.
Trail Running Easy
Also in Bexley, United Kingdom • Bromley, United Kingdom • Croydon, United Kingdom • Ealing, United Kingdom • Richmond upon Thames, United Kingdom • Sutton, United Kingdom • Waltham Forest, United Kingdom
Description
Parkrun has taken the running world by storm since its inception in 2004. With now over one million participants across the globe, it is a collection of 5-kilometre, timed running events that take place every Saturday morning at over 1,400 locations in 22 countries across five continents. They are free to enter and are run by volunteers. Whether you’re aiming for a 5km personal best or a social walk or jog, parkrun is inclusive to all fitness levels and is designed to bring people together and help them feel a part of a real, local community.
The format for parkrun is simple: register once, print your barcode, then turn up and take part wherever you want, whenever you want.
New to London, or just seeking to escape the concrete jungle for some nature immersion? In this guidebook, you'll find a curated selection of London’s top trail parkruns. From grass to woodland, they all have maximum dirt and minimal pavement. Meet up with locals every Saturday morning to test your limits on the marked course, or take the family and enjoy the routes in your own time.
For more information or to register for parkrun and download your barcode, visit: http://parkrun.org.uk/
Routes included
Foots Cray Meadows Parkrun
Take a trail through southeast London's largest nature pocket.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 5.2 km
- Ascent
- 35 m
- Descent
- 35 m
Hampstead Heath Parkrun
Grab some vert as you run through London's most iconic park.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 5.3 km
- Ascent
- 106 m
- Descent
- 106 m
Old Deer Park Parkrun
A leafy parkrun on soft grassy terrain.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Ascent
- 3 m
- Descent
- 3 m
Richmond Parkrun
Immerse yourself in the majesty of the best of London’s eight Royal Parks, on a selection of the finest trails.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 9.5 km
- Ascent
- 93 m
- Descent
- 93 m
Riddlesdown Parkrun
A cross-country loop with an ancient history.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 3.1 km
- Ascent
- 19 m
- Descent
- 19 m
Roundshaw Downs Parkrun
Enjoy a spot of birdwatching as you run on this grassy loop just outside of London's CBD.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 2.9 km
- Ascent
- 34 m
- Descent
- 34 m
Wanstead Flats Parkrun
Explore the magic of a parkrun coursing through woods on the edge of Epping Forest.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 3 km
- Ascent
- 14 m
- Descent
- 14 m
Wormwood Scrubs Parkrun
Be inspired as you run along trail carved out by the 1908 Olympic marathon.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 12 m
- Descent
- 12 m
South Norwood Parkrun
Butterflies and birdlife accompany you on an easy trail run in Croydon.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 11 m
- Descent
- 11 m
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