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Haywards-Cuckfield Loop — 5.4 km Running Route

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Haywards-Cuckfield Loop is a 5.4 km (3.4 miles) loop in Mid Sussex, England: gently rolling, with 64 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

64 mAscent
Paved75%Paved
2/5Hilly
Haywards-Cuckfield Loop running route
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Location: Mid Sussex, England

Discover the gentle charm of Mid Sussex with the Haywards-Cuckfield Loop, a delightful 5.4km run starting from Haywards Heath. This predominantly paved route, with a modest 64m of ascent, meanders clockwise through a series of picturesque woodlands including Paige's Wood, Horsefield Green, Millennium Wood, and Penland Wood. It's an ideal choice for runners seeking a peaceful escape into nature, offering a blend of light forest paths and well-maintained surfaces perfect for an enjoyable outing.

This accessible loop is well-suited for a refreshing training run, a leisurely jog, or simply exploring some of Mid Sussex's lovely green spaces. Its relatively flat profile and mostly paved nature make it convenient for those looking for a reliable route close to urban amenities, yet still providing the tranquility of a woodland setting.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.4 km loop in Mid Sussex, England with around 64 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?
Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 12 metres of climb per kilometre, 64 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 75% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.4 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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