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The best running trails around the Thames

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2,860

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Running around the Thames is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around the Thames—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 2, 2025

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(44)

3,399

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1. Thames Path loop from Charing Cross — Greater London

8.43km

00:53

60m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.6

(21)

2,698

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2. Tamsin Trail loop — Richmond Park

14.5km

01:42

120m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

(15)

2,321

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3. Tamsin Trail loop from Richmond Gate — Richmond Park, London

11.7km

01:25

80m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.0

(2)

2,618

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4. View of Canary Wharf Skyline – Tower Bridge loop from Deptford

26.9km

02:46

100m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.3

(12)

190

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5. Port Meadow & Wolvercote loop from Oxford

9.86km

01:03

20m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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131

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6. Oxford circular via Christ Church Meadows

8.08km

00:52

30m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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155

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7. Windsor Estate circular via Thames Path

9.20km

00:57

30m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

(21)

1,736

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8. Millennium Bridge – Millennium Bridge loop from Aldgate

5.96km

00:37

50m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. The Royal Paddocks Park – Deer in Bushy Park loop from Kingston upon Thames

5.29km

00:34

10m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. University Parks – St Mary's Passage loop from Oxford

18.6km

01:55

60m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around the Thames

1. Thames Path loop from Charing Cross — Greater London

2. Tamsin Trail loop — Richmond Park

3. Tamsin Trail loop from Richmond Gate — Richmond Park, London

4. View of Canary Wharf Skyline – Tower Bridge loop from Deptford

5. Port Meadow & Wolvercote loop from Oxford

6. Oxford circular via Christ Church Meadows

7. Windsor Estate circular via Thames Path

8. Millennium Bridge – Millennium Bridge loop from Aldgate

9. The Royal Paddocks Park – Deer in Bushy Park loop from Kingston upon Thames

10. University Parks – St Mary's Passage loop from Oxford

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