Little Houghton, a region in Northamptonshire, offers a tranquil setting for outdoor pursuits. Characterized by picturesque landscapes, gentle farmland, and riverside paths along the River Nene, the area provides a varied terrain suitable for exploration. The Nene Valley and Abington Meadows Nature Reserve are prominent natural features, contributing to the region's appeal for outdoor activities. These natural surroundings support several sports like road cycling, hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Little Houghton provides a…
105
Routes
4.6
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Average rating
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People visited

4.7
(7)
91
hikers
7.79km
01:59
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
7.01km
01:48
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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69
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48
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61.2km
02:53
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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39
riders
34.1km
01:32
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

40
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36.3km
01:37
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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64
runners
6.34km
00:42
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

52
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42
runners
6.21km
00:39
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
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53.9km
03:15
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
48.3km
02:53
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
56.9km
03:25
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30
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26.0km
01:28
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.9km
02:10
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
50.1km
02:40
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
29.4km
01:51
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.5km
01:00
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.0km
01:34
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
42.6km
03:01
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Little Houghton offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The area features over 10 routes, with more than 29,000 visitors rating them an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking routes include the 7.1-mile (11.5 km) Nene Way – St Mary the Virgin Church loop and the 3.5-mile (5.6 km) Little Houghton Motte – Clifford Hill Motte loop. The terrain primarily consists of riverside footpaths and gentle farmland trails. More options are available in the Hiking around Little Houghton guide.
Yes, Little Houghton offers many easy to moderate trails suitable for various fitness levels, including families. The 3.5-mile (5.6 km) Little Houghton Motte – Clifford Hill Motte loop is an easier path with minimal elevation. The Easy hikes around Little Houghton guide provides further options.
The region offers various road cycling routes, including a gentle 12-mile ride known as 'The Houghtons' which uses cycle paths. Little Houghton is also connected to National Cycle Routes 6, 536, and 539. Explore more options in the Road Cycling Routes around Little Houghton guide.
Little Houghton is connected to National Cycle Routes 6, 536, and 539, which link to the town center and surrounding green spaces, offering options for touring. Route 539 (Norbital) is an 18-mile circular route around Northampton. The Cycling around Little Houghton guide provides further details.
Key natural features include the River Nene and the Nene Valley, offering scenic riverside paths. Abington Meadows Nature Reserve is a prominent open space. Historical landmarks include Clifford Hill, an 11th or 12th-century motte, and the village center features stocks and a whipping post.
Little Houghton is well-suited for jogging, with over 300 routes available. Trails include scenic riverside paths along the River Nene and peaceful routes through the Northamptonshire countryside. The Running Trails around Little Houghton guide offers specific routes.
Yes, Little Houghton offers options for both gravel biking and mountain biking. The Gravel biking around Little Houghton guide and the MTB Trails around Little Houghton guide provide specific routes and information for these sports.
Little Houghton is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 29,000 visitors having explored the area. The routes have received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 1,900 ratings.
The official website for the parish of Little Houghton is the Little Houghton Parish Council website. Contact details for the Parish Council Clerk are available on their website at littlehoughtonparishcouncil.gov.uk.
The terrain around Little Houghton for cycling is varied, featuring cycle paths, quiet country roads, and connections to national cycle routes. The landscape includes gentle farmland and riverside areas, making it suitable for various bike types, including road bikes with crosser tires.

