Iffley Lock – Folly Bridge loop from Oxford

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Iffley Lock – Folly Bridge loop from Oxford

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Iffley Lock – Folly Bridge loop from Oxford

01:06

10.6km

50m

Running

Moderate run. 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 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.13 km

Christ Church, Oxford

Highlight • Monument

Christ Church War Memorial Garden was created in 1926 to commemorate the First World War.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christ_Church_War_Memorial_Garden

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1.42 km

Christ Church Meadow

Highlight • Natural

The meadow is a lovely open space at Christ Church college. It is a surprisingly peaceful spot in the heart of the city and a haven for wildlife – it's …

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1.95 km

River Thames Riverside Walk in Oxford

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A lovely leafy stretch of walking alongside the famous River Thames that flows through Oxford.

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3.33 km

Danby Gateway, Oxford Botanic Garden

Highlight • Monument

Oxford Botanic Garden was founded in 1621 as the first botanic garden in the UK. It is part of the University of Oxford and contains over 5,000 different plant species. …

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6.67 km

Iffley Lock

Highlight • River

Watch canal boats navigate up and down the river at the picturesque Iffley Lock.

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7.73 km

Thames riverbank

Highlight • Viewpoint

A place for a bonfire

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9.00 km

Folly Island

Highlight • Structure

Interesting development on a small island in the middle of the Thames. Quirky buildings and architecture to be seen.

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9.08 km

Folly Bridge

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Oxford comes from Oxenaforda, meaning "ford of the oxen". Folly Bridge was constructed in 1825-7 at what is thought to be the original site of the ford over which oxen …

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10.6 km

End point

Train Station

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