Sherston, a region in Wiltshire, England, is situated within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The landscape features rolling hills, river valleys, and woodlands, with the infant River Avon meandering through the area. This varied terrain, including ancient Roman routes like the Fosse Way, provides diverse settings for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. The underlying oolitic limestone geology contributes to the area's distinctive visual appeal, offering a range of natural features…
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Average rating
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5.0
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17
riders
37.9km
02:45
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
69.9km
05:33
1,000m
990m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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77.7km
05:14
610m
610m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19
riders
47.0km
03:29
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
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26.7km
01:54
150m
150m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.3km
03:01
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.6km
01:42
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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21.8km
01:15
120m
120m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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136
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
runners
5.33km
00:33
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
riders
40.9km
01:47
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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52
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40.2km
01:46
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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41
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

48
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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165
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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111
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
hikers
3.09km
00:49
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sherston offers a range of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features 117 routes for various sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.4 stars from more than 17,000 visitors.
Sherston provides mountain biking opportunities within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The landscape includes rolling hills and varied terrain suitable for cycling. Specific routes can be found in the guide MTB Trails around Sherston.
Sherston offers a variety of hiking routes, from easy to moderate, often following the River Avon or passing through charming villages. Paths are generally well-maintained, consisting of compacted earth, gravel, and grassy tracks. Guides like Easy hikes around Sherston and Hiking around Sherston provide more details.
Road cyclists can find routes on country lanes and quiet B roads throughout the Sherston area. The Wiltshire Cycleway also passes through the nearby town of Malmesbury. For route suggestions, consult the guide Road Cycling Routes around Sherston.
Gravel biking is possible in Sherston, with routes that incorporate mixed surfaces. The historic Fosse Way, an ancient Roman road, offers sections of gravel and tarmac. A dedicated guide for the area is Gravel biking around Sherston.
Sherston offers easy hiking routes suitable for families, often with minimal elevation changes. The area's charming villages and the Westonbirt Arboretum provide accessible paths. Many routes are designed to be enjoyed by various fitness levels.
Sherston is situated within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterized by rolling hills, woodlands, and traditional stone-built villages. The infant River Avon meanders through the area, and the ancient Roman Fosse Way is also present. The landscape features broad open views of arable fields and pastures.
Komoot offers several guides for Sherston, including MTB Trails around Sherston, Easy hikes around Sherston, Road Cycling Routes around Sherston, and Hiking around Sherston. Additional guides cover Cycling, Gravel biking, and Running Trails.
Sherston is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 17,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 117 routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Official information about the Sherston area and its local governance can be found through the Sherston Parish Council. Their website is sherston.org.uk. The Sherston Parish Clerk can be reached at 07349 296639.
Touring cyclists can enjoy routes through the rolling wolds and river valleys of Sherston. The area features country lanes, quiet B roads, and bridleways suitable for touring. The guide Cycling around Sherston offers relevant routes.
The terrain around Sherston is varied, featuring gentle hills, river valleys, and broad open views of arable fields, woodlands, and pastures. The underlying oolitic limestone geology contributes to the area's distinctive visual appeal. Paths consist of compacted earth, gravel, and grassy tracks, with mostly paved surfaces for road cycling.

