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New Marston Loop — 6.1 km Running Route

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New Marston Loop is a 6.1 km (3.8 miles) loop in Oxford, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

0 mAscent
Paved70%Paved
0/5Hilly

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New Marston Loop running route
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Explore the New Marston Loop

Location: Oxford, England

Explore the charming New Marston Loop, a 6.1km run through the historic city of Oxford. This largely flat, paved route offers a delightful journey through urban and green spaces. You'll navigate the streets of New Marston, pass along Marston Ferry Road, and finally trace the scenic Marston Cycle Path. The highlight is undoubtedly running through sections of University Parks, offering a tranquil reprieve and picturesque views.

Perfect for a convenient training run, this flat course is excellent for maintaining pace and enjoying the city's unique ambiance. Its entirely paved surface and minimal ascent suit runners of all abilities looking for an enjoyable, accessible outing or those needing a steady, consistent route for a daily workout. Remember to check University Parks opening times before your run.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 6.1 km loop in Oxford, 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 70% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.

Reviews (2)

LizaJan 2025
Shoe suggestion: Mud/Fell
JosephineJan 2025
Shoe suggestion: Trail

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