Magna Carta Memorial – Writ in Water, Runnymede loop from Royal Holloway

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Magna Carta Memorial – Writ in Water, Runnymede loop from Royal Holloway

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Magna Carta Memorial – Writ in Water, Runnymede loop from Royal Holloway

01:16

4.53km

90m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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357 m

Air Forces Memorial, Runnymede

Highlight • Monument

This memorial was unveiled on the 17th October 1953 to commemorate the deaths of over 20,000 airmen and woman during the Second World War.

Also known as the Runnymede Memorial, …

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John F. Kennedy Memorial, Runnymede

Highlight • Historical Site

This memorial sits within an acre of land given by the British to America to commemorate the 'death by assassins hand' of American President John F. Kennedy.

Unveiled in 1965 …

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2.30 km

Magna Carta Information Board, Runnymede

Highlight • Monument

The Magna Carta was an agreement that the King of England would rule under law, it's said to be the founder of the countries legal system. King John met the …

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2.34 km

Magna Carta Memorial

Highlight • Natural Monument

This granite memorial was commissioned and first unveiled in 1957 by the American Bar Associate to commemorate the Magna Carta, considered the foundational document for the rule of law.

The …

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2.42 km

Writ in Water

Highlight • Monument

There are no actual paths and after rainfall the ground is particularly boggy. Be prepared to walk through heavy mud if you want to get to Writ in Water. Even …

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2.76 km

Writ in Water, a major architectural artwork by Mark Wallinger, in collaboration with Studio Octopi, provides a new immersive space for contemplation and reflection at Runnymede, Surrey. Writ in Water …

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3.23 km

Coopers Hill Woods and Langham Pond

Highlight • Forest

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Runnymede Water-Meadow

Highlight • Viewpoint

Runnymede is a picturesque water-meadow along the banks of the Thames. Although Runnymede is now a peaceful rural idyl, it's played an important role in history. It is thought that …

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