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Hundred Hills South Section — 26.5 km Running Route

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Hundred Hills South Section is a 26.5 km (16.4 miles) loop in Hambleden, The Chilterns, England: hilly, with 509 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

509 mAscent
Paved25%Paved
3/5Hilly

Start anywhere route. Jump on the course line at any point — wherever you start will also be your finish point.

Hundred Hills South Section running route
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Location: Hambleden, The Chilterns, England

Explore a challenging section of the Chilterns from Hambleden, tackling 26.5 km of rolling countryside. This route offers a good mix of ascents and descents (509m total climb), largely on paved surfaces, making for a solid and predictable running experience. You'll navigate quiet country lanes and paths, enjoying the picturesque scenery typical of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

This un-affiliated variation of a well-known ultra-running challenge is ideal for those seeking a substantial training run, perhaps as preparation for longer events or as a demanding long-distance effort. The convenient "Start Anywhere" nature allows for flexible planning, while the predominantly paved surfaces are excellent for consistent pacing and avoiding muddy trails.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 26.5 km loop in Hambleden, The Chilterns, England with around 509 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?
Moderately. It rates 3 out of 5 on our hill scale — expect noticeable climbs. About 19 metres of climb per kilometre, 509 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 75% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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JosephineJan 2026
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