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Ruislip Common and Northwood Hills — 5.8 km Running Route

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Ruislip Common and Northwood Hills is a 5.8 km (3.6 miles) loop in London, England: flat, with 42 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

42 mAscent
Paved10%Paved
1/5Hilly

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Ruislip Common and Northwood Hills running route
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Location: London, England

Escape the hustle with this accessible 5.8km paved circuit around Ruislip Common and Northwood Hills. Starting near King's College Playing Fields, you'll trace a gentle clockwise loop through areas like Woody Bay, Willow Lawn, and over the modest incline of Haste Hill. With minimal elevation and entirely on paved surfaces, this route offers a smooth and comfortable journey through a surprisingly green pocket of Northwest London.

This route is ideal for convenient urban training runs, particularly for those building mileage or looking for a well-maintained surface for consistent pacing. The parkland setting provides a pleasant backdrop for a lunchtime jog or an evening unwind, making it suitable for runners of all abilities seeking a tranquil yet practical workout within the city.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.8 km loop in London, England with around 42 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?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 7 metres of climb per kilometre, 42 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 90% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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