Hodnet is a region in North Shropshire, characterized by its rolling countryside and diverse natural features that support a range of outdoor pursuits. The landscape includes the River Tern valley, sections of former railway lines, and paths through local wetlands. The nearby Shropshire Union Canal also offers accessible towpaths. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Hodnet offers more than 20 routes for outdoor activities,…
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4.5
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Average rating
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4
hikers
5.54km
01:32
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(12)
313
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47
hikers
8.94km
02:21
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
14
hikers
4.21km
01:06
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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33
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

33
riders
45.3km
01:52
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
42.7km
01:51
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
37.9km
01:47
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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16
riders
31.8km
01:49
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
43.5km
02:33
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
43.7km
02:32
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
48.6km
02:55
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
runners
5.01km
00:31
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
17.6km
01:53
130m
130m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
3.98km
00:25
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.59km
01:00
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
37.3km
02:21
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
23.4km
01:56
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
33.3km
02:16
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
23.9km
01:22
170m
170m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hodnet offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features 28 routes, which have been explored by more than 11,000 visitors. These routes are rated with an average of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Hodnet provides hiking options suitable for beginners. The varied countryside includes paths along former railway lines and canal towpaths, which are generally flatter. For specific routes, consult the Easy hikes around Hodnet guide.
Road cyclists can explore Hodnet's rolling countryside and country lanes. There are 17 road cycling routes available in the region. Detailed information and route suggestions can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Hodnet guide.
Yes, Hodnet offers traffic-free cycling routes, particularly along canal towpaths and former railway lines. These paths provide a safer and more relaxed cycling experience. Guides like Traffic-free bike rides around Hodnet are available for touring bicycles and Traffic-free bike rides around Hodnet for road bikes.
Hodnet's hiking trails traverse diverse terrain including rolling countryside, ancient footpaths, and country lanes. Routes also follow the River Tern valley, former railway lines, and paths through local wetlands. Some trails offer elevated viewpoints with panoramic views of the North Shropshire landscape.
Yes, Hodnet supports mountain biking with dedicated trails. The diverse landscape, including rolling hills and varied rural scenery, provides suitable terrain for MTB enthusiasts. Consult the MTB Trails around Hodnet guide for specific routes.
Outdoor activities in Hodnet are highly rated on komoot, with an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from 409 ratings. More than 11,000 visitors have explored the 28 available routes. This indicates a strong community appreciation for the region's outdoor offerings.
Walks in Hodnet feature several natural and historic landscapes. These include the River Tern valley, sections of former railway lines, and local wetlands. The Shropshire Union Canal towpaths and historic parklands like Hawkstone Park Follies also offer scenic routes.
Yes, joggers can find specific guides for running trails in Hodnet. The region's diverse network of trails and towpaths provides varied terrain for running. The Running Trails around Hodnet guide offers detailed information for joggers.
For official information regarding Hodnet, including Hodnet Parish Council, the official website is www.hodnet-pc.gov.uk. You can also contact them by phone at +447946112161.
Komoot offers several guides for Hodnet, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Hodnet, Road Cycling Routes around Hodnet, Running Trails around Hodnet, Cycling around Hodnet, and MTB Trails around Hodnet.

