Parndon Mill – Parndon Mill and Lock loop from Roydon

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Parndon Mill – Parndon Mill and Lock loop from Roydon

Hard

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Parndon Mill – Parndon Mill and Lock loop from Roydon

02:07

20.1km

80m

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: September 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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416 m

Muddy Forest Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Downhill south to north - furrow in the centre that will grab pedals - get ready to get muddy.

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2.97 km

Forest Trail Jumps

Highlight • Trail

3.21 km

Hunsdon Mead

Highlight • Forest

6.10 km

Parndon Mill

Highlight • Monument

Parndon Mill has been run by artists and designers as a creative workspace since the 60s. Once a working mill, it now has a gallery space, events and workshops. Worth checking out.

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6.51 km

Parndon Mill and Canal Narrowboats

Highlight • River

7.23 km

Burnt Mill Lock

Highlight • Structure

Burnt Mill Lock sits along the scenic River Stort Navigation, situated adjacent to Harlow Town train station. This charming waterway is dotted with vibrant canal boats and inviting grassy banks …

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7.89 km

Terlings Park

Forest

10.2 km

River Stort Navigation

Highlight • River

It's tempting for cyclists to use the river to cut between Stortford/Sawbo/Harlow, but in all honesty, avoid it, there are too many people about and it's not wise to get speed up.

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14.1 km

Parndon Mill and Lock

Highlight • Viewpoint

Parndon Mill has a rich history dating back to the 19th century, when it operated as a busy watermill.

The original mill was burnt down by a fire in 1897, …

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20.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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