Hanwell is a district in West London, UK, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The region is defined by its urban green spaces, the meandering River Brent, and the historic Grand Union Canal. These natural and man-made features create varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, jogging, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Hanwell provides a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. The Grand Union Canal towpath offers excellent routes for touring cycling, while the network of parks and river paths are ideal for jogging and hiking. For those interested in exploring the area's trails, there are 2 routes available for various activities. More than 10,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Hanwell, resulting in an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars. Discover more about Cycling around Hanwell or explore the Running Trails around Hanwell to find your next adventure.
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4.3
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Average rating
769
People visited

3.5
(2)
7
riders
54.3km
03:34
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
19
riders
29.2km
01:45
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
riders
34.8km
02:05
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
41.9km
02:35
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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81.1km
06:04
580m
580m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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7
riders
25.7km
02:00
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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14
riders
24.3km
01:30
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
48.4km
03:27
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
runners
7.48km
00:48
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.88km
00:56
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
4.52km
00:28
50m
50m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.3km
01:05
80m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
riders
72.8km
03:42
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
52.9km
02:29
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
riders
56.8km
02:47
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
31.8km
01:36
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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12
hikers
5.91km
01:34
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

36
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
hikers
6.23km
01:38
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
hikers
4.82km
01:14
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hanwell offers opportunities for Touring cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Road cycling. The area features a blend of urban green spaces, waterways, and historical sites. Routes are available for various skill levels and interests.
Yes, Hanwell provides routes for touring cyclists, often utilizing the Grand Union Canal towpath for traffic-free sections. Information on these routes can be found in the Cycling around Hanwell guide. The area also connects to broader cycling networks in London.
Hanwell features various paths suitable for hiking, particularly along the River Brent and the Grand Union Canal. For specific routes, consult the Hiking around Hanwell guide. There are also Easy hikes around Hanwell available.
While Hanwell is not a primary mountain biking destination, moderate mountain bike routes exist in the broader region. These routes may require good fitness and advanced riding skills for certain sections. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Hanwell guide.
Jogging routes in Hanwell often follow the River Brent pathways, the Grand Union Canal towpath, and local parks like Elthorne Park. These paths offer a mix of natural scenery and historical views. Detailed routes are available in the Running Trails around Hanwell guide.
Hanwell offers road cycling routes that connect to the wider London network. These routes often combine urban sections with quieter roads through green spaces. Specific options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Hanwell guide.
Outdoor routes in Hanwell feature the River Brent, Brent Valley Park, and the Grand Union Canal with its historic Hanwell Lock Flight. The Wharncliffe Viaduct, an impressive Grade I listed structure, is also a notable landmark along many paths. Brent Lodge Park houses the Millennium Maze.
Yes, Hanwell offers easy routes suitable for families, particularly along the Grand Union Canal towpath and within its various parks. The Easy hikes around Hanwell guide provides specific options. These paths are generally flat and accessible.
Hanwell's outdoor routes have received an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars from more than 800 ratings. Over 10,000 visitors have explored the area using komoot. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Hanwell, including Cycling around Hanwell, Running Trails around Hanwell, Hiking around Hanwell, and Road Cycling Routes around Hanwell. There are also guides for Easy hikes around Hanwell and MTB Trails around Hanwell.
As a district within the London Borough of Ealing, official information for Hanwell's outdoor areas is managed by the Ealing Council. Their official website is www.ealing.gov.uk. The general contact number for the council is +442088255000.
Yes, Hanwell features several parks suitable for outdoor activities. Elthorne Park and Cuckoo Park are popular choices. Brent Valley Park, located along the River Brent, also offers extensive green spaces for recreation.
Cycling routes in Hanwell vary in length, with many options for touring cyclists along the Grand Union Canal. Routes can range from short, leisurely rides of a few miles (kilometers) to longer journeys connecting to broader London networks. Specific distances are detailed within individual komoot tours.

