Longburton is a village in Dorset, England, situated on a narrow outcrop of Cornbrash limestone at the western end of the Blackmore Vale. The surrounding area features quintessential Dorset pastureland, with small fields, hedgerows, and woodlands, offering a serene backdrop for outdoor pursuits. This gentle, rolling terrain and traditional English countryside provide opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Longburton offers more than 10 routes across several sports like…
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Average rating
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4.3
(7)
34
hikers
11.8km
03:12
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.23km
01:07
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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1
hikers
15.1km
04:06
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(19)
111
hikers
12.7km
03:27
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
85.6km
05:20
730m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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376
riders
105km
06:31
970m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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21
riders
88.7km
05:36
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
16.0km
00:58
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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45
riders
90.4km
04:49
830m
830m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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40
riders
38.9km
01:44
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30
riders
48.2km
02:20
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

31
riders
21.5km
01:11
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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13
runners
10.2km
01:05
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
runners
15.5km
01:39
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
10.3km
01:07
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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9
runners
10.0km
01:03
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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3
riders
43.4km
02:47
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
riders
26.9km
01:42
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1
riders
18.8km
01:15
200m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
22.1km
01:39
290m
290m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Longburton offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The area features gentle rolling terrain, pastureland, hedgerows, and woodlands, providing a serene backdrop for exploration.
Komoot users have shared more than 10 routes in Longburton, with over 9,000 visitors recording their experiences. These routes have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive reception from the community.
Yes, Longburton offers hiking trails that explore the rural landscape of Dorset. The network of footpaths and bridleways allows for leisurely walks through pastureland, hedgerows, and small woodlands. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Longburton guide.
Longburton provides options for easy hikes suitable for various fitness levels. These routes typically traverse the gentle rolling terrain of the Dorset countryside. Specific easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Longburton guide.
Longburton is suitable for both touring cycling and road cycling, utilizing quiet country lanes and minor roads. Cyclists can explore the scenic routes through the village and its neighboring parishes. Guides are available for Cycling around Longburton and Road Cycling Routes around Longburton.
Yes, Longburton offers mountain biking trails for those seeking off-road cycling experiences. These trails navigate the rural landscape, including areas with pastureland and woodlands. Details are available in the MTB Trails around Longburton guide.
Longburton features peaceful running trails through its countryside, utilizing the network of footpaths and quiet lanes. These routes offer a serene environment for jogging. Information on specific routes can be found in the Running Trails around Longburton guide.
The terrain in Longburton is characterized by gentle rolling hills, traditional Dorset pastureland, hedgerows, and small woodlands. Trails often follow footpaths and bridleways through these rural landscapes. The underlying Oxford Clay geology contributes to moist and fertile soil.
Yes, komoot provides several guides for outdoor activities in Longburton. These include guides for Hiking, Touring Cycling, Road Cycling, Running, and Mountain Biking.
Longburton's surrounding area is defined by quintessential Dorset pastureland, featuring small fields delineated by hedgerows and dotted with small woodlands. The landscape also includes a narrow outcrop of Cornbrash limestone. These features create a traditional English countryside setting.
Walks in Longburton generally feature gentle rolling terrain rather than dramatic elevation changes. The area is characterized by its traditional English countryside and pastureland, making for moderate ascents and descents suitable for leisurely exploration.

