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8.5km

Scaynes Hill — 8.5 km Running Route

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Scaynes Hill is a 8.5 km (5.3 miles) loop in Lewes, England: flat, with 52 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

52 mAscent
Paved30%Paved
1/5Hilly
Scaynes Hill running route
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Location: Lewes, England

Explore the tranquil woods surrounding Scaynes Hill on this 8.5km route near Lewes, offering a peaceful escape into nature. Predominantly off-road, the run meanders through Hurst Wood, Cutaway Wood, and Anchor Wood, before passing through Scaynes Hill itself and returning via Dobsons Wood. You’ll experience varied woodland trails, with gentle ascents providing a satisfying, low-impact workout amidst the trees.

With a modest 52m of ascent and a hilliness rating of 1/5, this adjacent loops course is ideal for those seeking a refreshing trail run without strenuous climbs. It's perfectly suited for a relaxed weekend long run, active recovery, or for beginner trail runners wanting to build endurance in a picturesque setting. Enjoy the natural beauty and the quiet companionship of the trees.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.5 km loop in Lewes, England with around 52 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 6 metres of climb per kilometre, 52 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 70% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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