Sedbergh is a market town situated between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The region is characterized by the rolling, rounded, grassy hills of the Howgill Fells, deep river valleys, and quiet country lanes. Notable natural features include Cautley Spout, England's largest above-ground waterfall, and the River Rawthey. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Sedbergh provides a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 200 routes available across several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more. More than 31,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars for routes in Sedbergh. For hikers, the area offers access to deserted hills and serene river valleys, with routes ranging from easy circular walks to challenging ascents in the Howgill Fells, including popular hiking trails to summits like Winder and The Calf. Cyclists can explore quiet lanes and varied routes, including sections of the National Cycle Network, with options for both road and touring cycling around the Lune Valley and Dentdale. Joggers and trail runners will find an extensive network of paths and quiet roads suitable for various levels of intensity. To explore specific activities, refer to guides such as Hiking around Sedbergh, Road Cycling Routes around Sedbergh, and Running Trails around Sedbergh.
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4.2
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171
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39.5km
03:40
920m
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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27.4km
02:07
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.6km
02:18
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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21.5km
01:36
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360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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133
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10.0km
03:29
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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13.0km
04:24
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640m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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05:20
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4.70km
01:19
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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54.4km
03:39
800m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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04:44
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:02
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:12
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190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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60.2km
02:52
690m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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02:44
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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04:05
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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71.9km
03:22
730m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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14
runners
9.95km
01:24
540m
540m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:25
550m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34.2km
02:20
530m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.2km
02:44
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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18.4km
01:34
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sedbergh offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region has 246 routes available, with an average rating of 4.54 stars from over 31,000 visitors.
The Howgill Fells are a primary hiking highlight, offering extensive walking opportunities and panoramic views from summits like The Calf and Winder. Cautley Spout, England's largest above-ground waterfall, is another notable natural feature. The River Rawthey also provides pleasant lowland routes.
Sedbergh provides access to numerous hiking trails, from serene river valleys to challenging ascents in the Howgill Fells. Popular routes include the 3.4-mile (5.5 km) walk to the summit of Winder or the 8-mile (12.9 km) hike to The Calf. More options can be found in the Hiking around Sedbergh guide.
Sedbergh is suitable for road, touring, and electric bikes, with quiet lanes and varied routes. Sections of the National Cycle Network, such as the Walney to Wear or Whitby Cycle Route and the Pennine Cycleway, pass through the area. Popular routes include loops around the Lune Valley, Howgill Fells, Dentdale, and the Barbondale Valley. Refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Sedbergh guide for more information.
Sedbergh offers easy circular routes and lowland paths along the River Rawthey. The terrain includes deep river valleys and quiet country lanes, providing options for less strenuous walks. For specific routes, consult the Family-friendly hikes around Sedbergh and Easy hikes around Sedbergh guides.
Challenging hikes in Sedbergh typically involve ascents into the Howgill Fells. Routes to summits like The Calf, the highest point of the Howgill Fells, offer significant elevation gain and panoramic views. These trails provide a more strenuous experience for experienced hikers.
Komoot offers several guides for Sedbergh, including Hiking around Sedbergh, Road Cycling Routes around Sedbergh, and Running Trails around Sedbergh. There are also guides for family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, and mountain biking trails.
The highest point in the Howgill Fells, which dominate the Sedbergh landscape, is The Calf. This summit provides extensive panoramic vistas, including views of the Yorkshire Three Peaks and the Lake District skyline.
Yes, the extensive network of walking paths and quiet roads in Sedbergh is highly suitable for jogging and trail running. The varied terrain of fells and river valleys offers diverse options for runners of different levels. The Running Trails around Sedbergh guide provides specific routes.
Cautley Spout is England's largest above-ground waterfall, located in the Howgill Fells near Sedbergh. It is a dramatic natural feature where water plunges down the fells, making it a notable point of interest for visitors.
Sedbergh is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 31,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 246 available routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
The official tourism website for Sedbergh is visitsedbergh.org.uk. For visitor information and assistance, the Sedbergh Information Centre can be contacted at 015396 20125.

