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Bostall Woods – Bench in the Forest loop from Abbey Wood

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Bostall Woods – Bench in the Forest loop from Abbey Wood

Easy

4

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Bostall Woods – Bench in the Forest loop from Abbey Wood

01:30

5.48km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

733 m

Winns Common

Highlight • Natural

Far side of Plumstead, large common with tracks; steep hill leads directly to Bostal Woods.

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2

3.60 km

Plumstead Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

3

3.94 km

Bostall Woods trails

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Some good off road trails accessed from behind the cemetery with a nice punchy climb up to Longleigh Lane. It is quite muddy when wet.

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4

4.62 km

Bostall Heath

Highlight • Viewpoint

Heath at the top of Bostal Woods; cut across to get to Abbey Woods.

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5

4.77 km

Bostall Woods

Highlight • Forest

There are footpaths through the wooded edges and a range of wildflowers, trees and wildlife can be enjoyed throughout the year. Plenty of benches and picnic benches offer places to rest.

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6

5.07 km

Bench in the Forest

Highlight • Forest

A few nice rest spots dotted around.

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B

5.48 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.54 km

1.20 km

587 m

520 m

411 m

197 m

Surfaces

2.25 km

1.55 km

1.19 km

334 m

131 m

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Elevation

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Sunday 11 October

17°C

12°C

75 %

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