Irthington is a region in northern Cumbria, characterized by its gently rolling landscape, open farmland, and river valleys, providing a varied setting for outdoor pursuits. The area features scattered woodlands and the River Irthing, contributing to its natural appeal. This diverse terrain makes Irthington suitable for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
Irthington offers a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. There are more than 30 routes available across…
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16
riders
27.2km
02:11
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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44.7km
04:14
970m
970m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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22.1km
01:11
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride.

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riders
15.4km
01:22
340m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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34
riders
27.6km
01:14
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
46.9km
02:14
270m
270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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44.7km
02:05
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
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45.5km
02:03
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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27
hikers
19.8km
05:14
180m
180m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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15
hikers
11.2km
02:59
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
13.4km
03:37
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
4.68km
01:14
40m
40m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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25
riders
36.8km
02:20
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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10
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

6
riders
27.1km
01:40
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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6
riders
36.7km
02:19
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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14
runners
9.55km
01:00
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

11
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
9.85km
01:01
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5
runners
10.2km
01:04
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Irthington offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The region features more than 30 routes across these sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars from users.
Outdoor routes in Irthington have been explored by more than 29,000 visitors on komoot. Users have provided over 3,400 ratings, resulting in an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars for the available routes. This indicates a well-regarded outdoor destination.
Irthington provides 8 hiking routes, traversing varied landscapes and often incorporating historical sites like Hadrian's Wall. The terrain includes open farmland, river valleys, and woodlands. More information can be found in the guide Hiking around Irthington.
Yes, Irthington offers hiking routes suitable for families. These trails often feature mild elevation changes and scenic environments. Specific options are detailed in the guide Family-friendly hikes around Irthington.
Irthington is suitable for both Road cycling and Touring cycling, with 10 road cycling routes and 5 touring cycling routes available. These routes offer views over the North Pennines and access to long-distance cycleways. Explore options in Road Cycling Routes around Irthington and Cycling around Irthington.
Yes, Irthington is listed as a region for Mountain biking. While specific trail details are not provided, the varied terrain of rolling landscapes and woodlands suggests opportunities for off-road cycling. Users can consult the guide MTB Trails around Irthington for available routes.
The region around Irthington features the River Irthing, which includes Crammel Linn Waterfall. Talkin Tarn Country Park, near Brampton, offers a lake surrounded by woodlands and meadows. These areas provide scenic backdrops for outdoor activities.
Irthington's outdoor routes often traverse areas close to Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This allows visitors to combine outdoor pursuits with exploring ancient Roman history. Sites like Lanercost Priory are also accessible via some routes.
Yes, Irthington offers traffic-free cycling options for both road and touring cyclists. These routes provide a more relaxed experience away from vehicular traffic. Guides such as Traffic-free bike rides around Irthington are available.
Komoot offers several guides for Irthington, covering various sports and interests. These include guides for MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, Touring Cycling, and Running Trails, among others.
The official website for Irthington Parish Council is irthingtonpc.org.uk. The Parish Clerk can be reached by phone at 016977 3382 during the day or 07798 751032 in the evening. These contacts are for local governance inquiries.

