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Histon Loop — 4.9 km Running Route

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Histon Loop is a 4.9 km (3.1 miles) loop in South Cambridgeshire, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on paved ground.

0 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
0/5Hilly

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Histon Loop running route
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Location: South Cambridgeshire, England

Explore the varied character of Histon with this 4.9 km loop, a fantastic option for runners in South Cambridgeshire. Beginning on the lively High Street, you'll enjoy well-maintained pavements through historic and residential areas. The route then transitions to the quieter residential feel of Park Lane before joining the smooth, car-free Guided Busway Bridleway, offering a pleasant change of pace.

The latter section takes you along New Road's consistent urban pavements, concluding with the peaceful, more rural ambiance of Immington Lane, featuring a mix of gravel and natural surfaces. This flat, entirely paved route is perfect for convenient training runs, making it an excellent choice for local mileage or a brisk sightseeing jog through Histon's diverse landscapes.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 4.9 km loop in South Cambridgeshire, England with around 0 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 0 metres of climb per kilometre, 0 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 4.9 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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