Exploring Uttlesford on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks around Uttlesford. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 3, 2025

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1. Saffron Walden Library loop from Saffron Walden

6.00km

01:34

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Cow Pub loop from Elmdon

5.02km

01:19

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hatfield Forest Café loop from Takeley Street

2.27km

00:35

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Debden Water SSSI loop from Debden

6.84km

01:51

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Open Fields – Walden Castle Ruins loop from Saffron View

7.06km

01:53

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Hatfield Forest Café – Hatfield Forest Lake loop from Takeley

6.66km

01:44

50m

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7. Debden Village Shop – Debden Village Sign loop from Debden

5.67km

01:27

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Saffron Walden Library – Walden Castle Ruins loop from Saffron Walden

4.67km

01:14

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Historic Buildings of Newport loop from Newport

4.13km

01:06

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Dutch Garden – The Cross Keys Hotel loop from Littlebury

7.05km

01:54

90m

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks around Uttlesford

1. Saffron Walden Library loop from Saffron Walden

2. The Cow Pub loop from Elmdon

3. Hatfield Forest Café loop from Takeley Street

4. Debden Water SSSI loop from Debden

5. Open Fields – Walden Castle Ruins loop from Saffron View

6. Hatfield Forest Café – Hatfield Forest Lake loop from Takeley

7. Debden Village Shop – Debden Village Sign loop from Debden

8. Saffron Walden Library – Walden Castle Ruins loop from Saffron Walden

9. Historic Buildings of Newport loop from Newport

10. Dutch Garden – The Cross Keys Hotel loop from Littlebury

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