Houghton On The Hill is a region in Leicestershire, England, characterized by its rolling countryside, expansive agricultural fields, and pockets of small copse woodlands. Situated on elevated ground, Houghton On The Hill provides commanding views of the surrounding landscape. This diverse terrain makes Houghton On The Hill suitable for several outdoor sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities, Houghton On The Hill offers…
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42
hikers
4.22km
01:06
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
hikers
8.01km
02:09
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.56km
00:54
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
6.55km
01:42
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
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48.9km
02:23
470m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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72.5km
03:50
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

9
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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9
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40.4km
02:46
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56.0km
03:23
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.7km
02:58
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58.2km
03:48
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
28.8km
01:52
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.2km
01:40
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
runners
11.3km
01:12
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.7km
01:26
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.12km
00:42
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.14km
00:39
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
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32.3km
02:02
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50.8km
03:07
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

3
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28.0km
01:51
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Houghton On The Hill provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features rolling countryside, agricultural fields, and woodlands, suitable for diverse outdoor pursuits. More than 16 routes are available across these sports.
Yes, Houghton On The Hill offers easy hikes suitable for beginners. These trails often traverse agricultural fields and quiet villages, providing a gentle outdoor experience. Specific options can be found in the Easy hikes around Houghton On The Hill guide.
Houghton On The Hill features over 200 hiking routes, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging treks. Popular options include the 'Bumpy Rutted Trail – Monks Grave loop from Scraptoft' and the 'Hiking loop from Leicester Airport'. Further details are available in the Hiking around Houghton On The Hill guide.
Yes, Houghton On The Hill has family-friendly hiking options. These trails are generally less strenuous and suitable for all ages, often exploring the local countryside and villages. A dedicated guide for these routes is available: Family-friendly hikes around Houghton On The Hill.
Houghton On The Hill offers routes for road cycling, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The landscape includes rolling hills with ascents and descents, providing extensive countryside views. The 'Houghton Hill Climb' is a notable intermediate challenge for road cyclists.
Road cycling routes in Houghton On The Hill feature rolling hills and varied terrain, offering both physical challenges and panoramic scenery. Specific routes and information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Houghton On The Hill guide.
Houghton On The Hill offers mountain biking opportunities across its varied terrain. The region's diverse landscapes, including woodlands and open fields, provide suitable conditions for MTB. Trails are detailed in the MTB Trails around Houghton On The Hill guide.
Houghton On The Hill features picturesque rolling countryside, agricultural fields, and small copse woodlands. Notable natural features include John Merrick's Lake, known for birdwatching, and Burrough Hill Country Park, an Iron Age hill fort offering diverse wildlife habitats and expansive vistas.
Houghton On The Hill is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 28,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,200 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Houghton On The Hill, including Hiking around Houghton On The Hill, Road Cycling Routes around Houghton On The Hill, and Gravel biking around Houghton On The Hill. Other guides cover easy hikes, family-friendly options, and running trails.
Information regarding public transport access for hikes in the area is available. A specific guide, Hikes from bus stations around Houghton On The Hill, details routes accessible via public transport.
The official website for the Houghton on the Hill Parish Council is houghtononthehillparishcouncil.org.uk. This site provides local information and resources for the area.

