The ruins on Sydenham Hill look like an old monastery but are actually much newer. An old mansion once stood in these grounds, Fairwood. The folly was built in the Victorian Era as a way of showing off the wealth of the landowner and enthralling their visitors.

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1. Brockwell Park, Dulwich Park & Sydenham Hill Woods loop from Herne Hill

9.88km

02:37

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Cox's Walk and Sydenham Hill Wood loop from Forest Hill

4.74km

01:19

80m

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

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3. Sydenham Hill Folly – Ruins of an Old Stone Chapel loop from Sydenham Hill Wood

4.63km

01:16

70m

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

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Elevation 100 m

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Sunday 15 March

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95 %

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Sydenham Hill Folly

1. Brockwell Park, Dulwich Park & Sydenham Hill Woods loop from Herne Hill

2. Cox's Walk and Sydenham Hill Wood loop from Forest Hill

3. Sydenham Hill Folly – Ruins of an Old Stone Chapel loop from Sydenham Hill Wood

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