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Chingford Plain and Bury Wood — 5.0 km Running Route

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Chingford Plain and Bury Wood is a 5.0 km (3.1 miles) loop in London, England: flat, with 33 m of climb, on trail ground.

33 mAscent
Paved0%Paved
1/5Hilly
Chingford Plain and Bury Wood running route
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Location: London, England

Escape the city bustle with this tranquil 5km loop around Chingford Plain and Bury Wood, starting conveniently from Chingford Plain Car Park. This entirely unpaved route winds through beautiful forest trails, offering a refreshing natural landscape right on London's doorstep. You'll enjoy the gentle undulations and quiet solitude, making it perfect for a peaceful run.

With minimal ascent and mild hilliness, this route is ideal for those seeking a relaxing off-road experience. It's a fantastic option for a steady training run, a mindful escape from urban life, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of Epping Forest. The soft underfoot conditions are kind to your joints, making it a great choice for a recovery run too.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.0 km loop in London, England with around 33 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, 33 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's an off-road route — trail shoes are recommended and underfoot can be soft or rocky in places.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.0 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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