The Gruffalo Trail – Old Hall Pond loop from North Thorndon Country Park

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The Gruffalo Trail – Old Hall Pond loop from North Thorndon Country Park

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The Gruffalo Trail – Old Hall Pond loop from North Thorndon Country Park

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7.85km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

108 m

Thorn Countryside Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

There's a cafe in here - also a toilet block and a shelter from the sun/rain.

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131 m

The Gruffalo Trail

Highlight • Structure

1.05 km

Proposal Wood

Forest

1.77 km

View over Childerditch Valley and Thorndon Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this vantage point on the hill above Childerditch Pond you can enjoy beautiful views of the valley to the south west and also across into Thorndon Park to the north east. A lovely place to stop for a rest.

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2.79 km

View of London Skyline

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.63 km

View South from Thorndon Country Park

Highlight • Forest

At the edge of Thorndon Country Park South you are rewarded with incredible far reaching views to the south. The ruins of Thorndon Old Hall are just behind you and …

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3.67 km

Old Hall Pond and Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Thorndon Old Hall burnt down in the 18th century, leaving behind ruins and Old Hall Pond. The pond is now a fishing lake and a popular spot for recreation. Make …

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3.84 km

Old Hall Pond

Highlight • Lake

Located in close proximity to Thorndon Old Hall which burnt down in the 18th century, the Pond is also known as Old Hall Pond. It is now a fishing lake …

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7.85 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.88 km

1.98 km

Surfaces

4.77 km

2.32 km

443 m