Ashwell is a village located in Hertfordshire, England, characterized by its gently undulating terrain of rolling farmland and wide views. The area features distinctive natural elements, including the Ashwell Springs, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and the source of the River Cam. This landscape provides a setting for several outdoor activities like mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, and more. The surrounding countryside offers varied paths and trails suitable for different levels of outdoor engagement.
Ashwell offers 1 routes for outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 23,000 visitors having shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars. The area is well-suited for hiking, with numerous trails traversing the open countryside and passing through wooded areas and historical sites. For those interested in cycling, the region provides options for both road cycling on its quiet lanes and mountain biking on varied tracks. Explore specific activities further with guides such as Hiking around Ashwell, Road Cycling Routes around Ashwell, and MTB Trails around Ashwell.
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4.3
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Average rating
1306
People visited

4.8
(55)
327
riders
27.1km
01:28
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(7)
36
riders
28.8km
01:33
170m
170m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
26
riders
16.8km
00:59
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
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riders
18.9km
01:14
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(10)
51
hikers
21.8km
05:37
110m
110m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
6.68km
01:48
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.8
(6)
61
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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40
riders
46.2km
02:24
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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37
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
17.1km
00:46
80m
80m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(11)
187
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
30.2km
01:33
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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riders
47.2km
02:53
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
31.0km
01:56
380m
380m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
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53
runners
9.23km
00:58
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
10.5km
01:05
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
9.12km
00:57
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
5.77km
00:37
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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144
riders
43.7km
02:55
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

33
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
riders
37.7km
02:19
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
19.8km
01:12
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ashwell offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 1 route, which has been explored by more than 23,000 visitors. These activities utilize the gently undulating terrain and wide views of the surrounding farmland.
Ashwell provides numerous hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Popular routes include the Christopher's Wood – Arbury Banks loop, a moderate 7.2-mile (11.6 km) trail, and the Ashwell Springs – Christopher's Wood loop from Hinxworth, which is 6.7 miles (10.8 km). An Ashwell hiking guide is available for more details.
Yes, Ashwell offers easier walks such as the Ashwell Village and Springs – Newnham Hill Climb loop from Ashwell. These paths provide accessible options for those seeking less strenuous outdoor activity. An easy hikes guide is available to help plan these routes.
The Ashwell area is well-suited for road cycling, with routes like the Croydon Hill 10% Climb – View of the Countryside loop from Ashwell & Morden. Another option is the Ashwell Village and Springs – Therfield Village Green loop. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Ashwell guide.
While specific mountain biking routes are not listed in the region data, the area is recognized for mountain biking as an activity. A dedicated MTB Trails around Ashwell guide is available to explore potential options and areas suitable for mountain biking.
Ashwell is known for its distinctive natural features, including Ashwell Springs, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and the source of the River Cam. The area also features rolling farmland, providing wide views, and Arbury Banks, an Iron Age hill fort. A Quarry Nature Reserve nearby is noted for its Chalk flora.
Ashwell is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 23,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's single listed route has an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Ashwell, covering various activities. These include MTB Trails around Ashwell, Road Cycling Routes around Ashwell, Cycling around Ashwell, and Hiking around Ashwell. Additional guides for easy hikes, running, and gravel biking are also available.
Yes, gravel biking is an available activity in Ashwell, utilizing the varied tracks and paths throughout the region. A specific Gravel biking around Ashwell guide provides information for those interested in this activity. The gently undulating countryside offers suitable terrain for gravel cyclists.
The official website for Ashwell village, providing information on local aspects and the council, is ashwellatx.org. This resource offers details about the community and local services. For specific outdoor activity information, komoot guides are available.
The phone number for Ashwell Parish Council is +15129003116. This contact can be used for inquiries related to local governance and community matters. For outdoor route information, komoot resources are recommended.

