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8.4km

Port Meadow from the City Centre — 8.4 km Running Route

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Port Meadow from the City Centre is a 8.4 km (5.2 miles) loop in Oxford, England: flat, with 0 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

0 mAscent
Paved10%Paved
0/5Hilly
Port Meadow from the City Centre running route
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Location: Oxford, England

Explore an engaging 8.4km paved loop starting from Roger Dudman Way Bridge in Oxford. This route gracefully traces the Thames Path north towards Godstow, offering lovely riverside views. After crossing at Godstow Road, you'll return via the expansive Port Meadow, leading back to Medley Bridge and then your starting point. It's a predominantly flat run, ideal for enjoying Oxford's waterside scenery. Do be mindful that Port Meadow can be prone to flooding; consider our 'Port Meadow Higher Ground' route if conditions are wet.

This entirely paved, flat course is perfect for convenient training runs, offering a great opportunity to stretch your legs without significant elevation gain. It's suitable for runners of all abilities looking for a straightforward, pleasant outing with a mix of river and open meadow vistas. Ideal for urban dwellers wanting to combine a refreshing run with a taste of Oxfordshire's natural beauty.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.4 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 mostly off-road (around 90% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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