The best running trails around Chelmsford
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7,110
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565
runs
Last updated: October 9, 2025
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1. The River Chelmer & Little Baddow loop from Chelmsford
15.2km
01:42
110m
110m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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19
runners
2. Marsh Farm Country Park loop
10.1km
01:08
20m
20m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
runners
3. Hanningfield Reservoir South loop
4.89km
00:30
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4. Battlesbridge to Rettendon Common loop
16.0km
01:42
120m
120m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
194
runners
5. Central Park Chelmsford – The Crown loop from Chelmsford
17.3km
01:48
70m
70m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
557
runners
6. Central Park Chelmsford loop from Westlands
5.03km
00:31
10m
10m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
191
runners
7. Memorial Park and River Crouch loop from Runwell
4.30km
00:27
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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140
runners
8. Central Park Chelmsford loop from Moulsham
10.5km
01:05
30m
30m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
125
runners
9. Woodham Waterfront loop from Tower Park
7.06km
00:46
10m
10m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
107
runners
10. Central Park Chelmsford loop from Chelmsford
39.4km
04:07
190m
190m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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