Oxford Canal Path – Parson's Pleasure loop from Hanborough

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Oxford Canal Path – Parson's Pleasure loop from Hanborough

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Oxford Canal Path – Parson's Pleasure loop from Hanborough

03:30

34.0km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Hook Meadow and the Trap Grounds

Blenheim Palace WHS

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Train Station

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13.9 km

Oxford Canal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This section of the Oxford Canal Walk follows the path between the Oxford Canal and the Castle Mill Stream. It's a well surfaced traffic free trail, perfect for easy or …

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14.6 km

Oxford Canal Heritage Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

The City of Dreaming Spires is known the across the world for being a centre of academic excellence, thanks to the prestigious Oxford University.

The waterways make for glorious walking, …

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15.9 km

University Parks

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful parks that invite you to linger.

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16.2 km

Bean Tree Avenue

Forest

16.6 km

Parson's Pleasure

Highlight • Beach

Until 1991, Parson's Pleasure was a secluded area for male-only nude bathing, where the old dons would frollick with the young students.

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17.6 km

Lazenbee's Ground

Forest

32.0 km

St Martin's Church, Bladon

Highlight • Religious Site

Have look at Bladon's parish Church of St Martin's. There has been a church on this site for over 800 years. The place oozes history - Henry 2 and Tomas …

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