Old Somerby is a village and civil parish in Lincolnshire, England, characterized by its rolling countryside, tranquil woodlands, and scenic valleys. This landscape provides a diverse setting for outdoor pursuits, making it suitable for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more. Located near Grantham, the area offers accessible routes through its natural features, including parts of the historic Grantham Canal.
Old Somerby offers a variety of outdoor activities for…
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riders
40.3km
03:00
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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riders
32.7km
02:19
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.0km
01:40
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.8km
02:53
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
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80.3km
05:10
330m
330m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58.3km
03:53
340m
330m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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46.4km
02:46
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
riders
27.4km
01:15
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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47.8km
02:16
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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22.3km
01:02
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.5km
02:08
220m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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22
runners
9.75km
01:01
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.7km
01:20
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.12km
00:39
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.15km
00:57
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
6.93km
01:48
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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8.27km
02:08
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Old Somerby offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Hiking. The area features diverse landscapes such as rolling countryside, woodlands, and scenic valleys. More than 7,000 visitors have explored routes in the region.
Old Somerby is a village and civil parish situated in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. It is located approximately 3 miles southeast of Grantham. The region is characterized by its rural setting and natural features.
Yes, touring bike trails are available in Old Somerby. The Grantham Canal towpath, part of National Cycle Network Route 15, offers a largely flat route of approximately 33 miles (53 km) suitable for touring and hybrid bikes. For more information, refer to the Cycling around Old Somerby guide.
While specific dedicated mountain biking trails are not extensively detailed, the rolling countryside and tranquil woodlands around Old Somerby offer potential for off-road cycling on bridleways and tracks. The wider Lincolnshire Wolds also provide a network of varied cycle routes. Explore options with the MTB Trails around Old Somerby guide.
Yes, the area around Old Somerby is suitable for road cycling. The Vale of Belvoir, bordering the region, provides scenic backdrops with both flat sections and challenging hills. Quiet country roads throughout the area offer varied terrain for road cyclists. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Old Somerby guide for more details.
Old Somerby features a network of public footpaths suitable for jogging and running. Popular routes include the Long Plantation loop (4.3 miles/6.9 km), Woodland Path in Grantham – Bellmount Woods loop (5.5 miles/8.9 km), and the Kirton Wood loop (6.2 miles/10.0 km). These trails vary in difficulty and surface. Find more routes in the Running Trails around Old Somerby guide.
Yes, Old Somerby offers various hiking routes through its diverse landscape of woodlands and countryside. Routes like the Long Plantation loop and Kirton Wood loop provide options for different fitness levels. For easy hiking options, refer to the Easy hikes around Old Somerby guide, or the general Hiking around Old Somerby guide.
The Grantham Canal towpath offers a largely flat and accessible route, making it suitable for easy touring cycling. This 33-mile (53 km) path is ideal for beginners or those seeking a relaxed ride. The area's quiet country roads also provide less challenging options for road cyclists.
Old Somerby is characterized by its rolling countryside, tranquil woodlands such as Long Plantation and Bellmount Woods, and scenic valleys. The historic Grantham Canal, now a Site of Special Scientific Interest in parts, also forms a significant natural feature. These elements contribute to the area's diverse outdoor environment.
Old Somerby has attracted more than 7,000 visitors who have explored its routes on komoot. The available routes have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars. This indicates a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Komoot offers several guides for Old Somerby, including Cycling around Old Somerby, MTB Trails around Old Somerby, Road Cycling Routes around Old Somerby, Running Trails around Old Somerby, Hiking around Old Somerby, and Easy hikes around Old Somerby.
The official website for Old Somerby Parish Council is oldsomerbypc.co.uk. For direct contact, the Parish Council can be reached by phone at +44 1476 562657. This website serves as the primary official contact point for the village.

