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Haylands Park from Widford Roundabout — 7.9 km Running Route

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Haylands Park from Widford Roundabout is a 7.9 km (4.9 miles) loop in Chelmsford, England: flat, with 24 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

24 mAscent
Paved10%Paved
0/5Hilly
Haylands Park from Widford Roundabout running route
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Explore the Haylands Park from Widford Roundabout

Location: Chelmsford, England

Discover the understated charm of running in Chelmsford with this tranquil 7.9km loop around Hylands Park. Starting conveniently from Greenbury Way near Widford Roundabout, the route guides you along the scenic banks of the River Wid and through the historic Repton's Walk, before circling back via Centenary Circle. With its entirely paved, flat surfaces and minimal 24m ascent, this course offers a smooth and enjoyable run, perfect for consistent training without significant elevation challenges.

This route shines as a convenient option for local runners seeking a pleasant, obstacle-free run. It's ideal for maintaining fitness, enjoying a peaceful escape into green surroundings, or even as a relaxing recovery run. Its accessibility and uniformly flat terrain make it suitable for all levels, providing a reliable and gentle workout within a short distance of Chelmsford's urban core.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 7.9 km loop in Chelmsford, England with around 24 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 3 metres of climb per kilometre, 24 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 90% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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