3.8km

Wormwood Scrubs — 3.8 km Running Route

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Wormwood Scrubs is a 3.8 km (2.4 miles) loop in London, England: flat, with 10 m of climb, on mixed ground.

10 mAscent

40%Paved

0/5Hilly

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Explore the Wormwood Scrubs

Location: London, England

Discover a surprisingly green and open space in West London with this pleasant 3.8km loop around Wormwood Scrubs. Entirely paved, this largely flat route offers a smooth and convenient run, starting near Old Oak Primary School and tracing the park's perimeter before rounding Chats Paddock.

Ideal for those seeking a consistent training run or a quick city escape, this route provides a refreshing break from London's bustle. Enjoy the expansive views across the Scrubs, perfect for a brisk morning run, lunchtime workout, or unwinding after a busy day, with easy transport links making it very accessible.

Common questions

How long is this route?

It's a 3.8 km loop in London, England with around 10 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, 10 metres in total.

What's the surface like?

It's roughly half paved (40%) and half trail. Light trail shoes are the safest pick, especially after rain.

Reviews (2)

JohnFeb 2026

Bleddy muddy!

RosieApr 2025

Great green space where you wouldn’t expect it. Easy to follow lovely in Spring!

Shoe suggestion: Trail

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