Destination Runs

Much of the fun of living in London is being able to run to interesting places. Although they take a bit longer due to the return trip, destination runs are a great way to explore more parts of the city.  Don’t forget your Oyster card! Here are a few we like to do.  We are always … Continue reading Destination Runs

Hyde Park Routes

We run to Hyde Park a lot.  It’s less than 2 miles from SJW and it’s a good-sized, beautiful park.  Its size makes it easy to have routes of varying length:  generally between 5 and 8 miles when you loop back to SJW. Usually, we start from Barclays and run down Circus Road and turn left … Continue reading Hyde Park Routes

Canal Routes – East

We have a love/hate relationship with the Regents Canal.  It offers long stretches with no traffic lights, which is great for race training.  On the other hand, it offers long stretches with no traffic lights, which equals no breaks.  You also have the issue of bikers and pedestrians all fighting for the slim sidewalk space.  … Continue reading Canal Routes – East

Canal Routes – West

We have a love/hate relationship with the Regents Canal.  It offers long stretches with no traffic lights, which is great for race training.  On the other hand, it offers long stretches with no traffic lights, which equals no breaks.  You also have the issue of bikers and pedestrians all fighting for the slim sidewalk space.  … Continue reading Canal Routes – West

Hampstead Heath Routes

Most Fridays, we run up Fitzjohn’s Avenue to Hampstead Heath.  There are several routes from which to choose which vary by length.  You can be running any pace for any of the routes.  For most of these routes, it’s helpful to go the first few times with someone who knows the route.  It’s hard to describe … Continue reading Hampstead Heath Routes

Everything Else

These are routes that loop back to SJW but don’t fall into any of the other categories in this section. Regents Park Inner/Outer Circles (5 miles) From Barclay’s head down Wellington Road to the traffic circle at Lord’s Cricket Ground and bear left onto Prince Albert Road. Run to the pedestrian crossing where we will … Continue reading Everything Else

Quarantine Quests

Here are some ideas to keep running during this strange time. Let us know if you have others! City of London Run – 8.7 miles This run takes you along the Holborn Viaduct in the City of London.Things to find: Holborn Viaduct red bridge with statues and staircases St Sepulchre’s Church and London’s first drinking fountain Christchurch … Continue reading Quarantine Quests

Covid Routes

During this time of social distancing, we need to split our groups so we are not all running the same streets at the same times. These routes are variations on our regular routes to be used during this time. Details on which pace groups are running which routes will be in the weekly email. The … Continue reading Covid Routes

Routes by Mileage

Here are some of our most used routes, by mileage 3-4 Miles DestinationBig Ben (4 miles) https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/JDPjKnb1VC You can find many 3-4 mile routes on the Hustlers RunGo Group: https://routes.rungoapp.com/group/hustlers-london/routes 5 miles Loops back to SJWRegent’s Park Inner/OuterMornington Crescent 6 miles Loops back to SJWHyde ParkNotting HillKensal Rise – regularKensal Rise – reverse https://routes.rungoapp.com/route/19LMJ4Pzt8The WallHampstead … Continue reading Routes by Mileage