Colne, a region in Lancashire, offers a diverse landscape characterized by challenging Pennine terrain, picturesque valleys, and extensive moorlands. This varied geography provides a suitable environment for several outdoor sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more. Notable features include the demanding ascents of Pendle Hill and Boulsworth Hill, alongside gentler routes along canal towpaths and riverside paths.
The Colne area provides more than 200 routes across several sports, catering to a range…
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4.6
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Average rating
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5.0
(1)
14
riders
61.5km
03:29
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

119
riders
45.9km
02:08
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

69
riders
48.7km
02:45
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
(2)
52
riders
45.4km
02:25
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.0
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74
hikers
4.87km
01:16
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52
hikers
8.04km
02:08
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
hikers
8.50km
02:13
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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48
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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33
riders
21.1km
01:49
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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26
riders
47.5km
03:06
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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16
riders
15.2km
01:11
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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50
riders
25.2km
01:38
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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37
riders
29.6km
02:32
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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37
riders
46.5km
02:55
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
riders
31.0km
02:14
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

33
runners
8.06km
00:51
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
runners
10.2km
01:04
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
8.64km
00:56
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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7
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

13
riders
44.8km
02:39
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
riders
10.2km
00:48
170m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
4
riders
43.0km
02:57
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Colne offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 277 routes with an average rating of 4.55 stars from over 41,000 visitors.
Colne is a popular destination on komoot, with over 41,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 277 routes have received an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars.
Colne is known for its road cycling, offering routes through challenging Pennine terrain and picturesque valleys. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Colne guide. The area annually hosts the final of the British Cycling Elite National Circuit Series.
Hiking trails in Colne range from rugged moorlands to paths through Wycoller Country Park. Notable ascents include Pendle Hill and Boulsworth Hill. Detailed information is available in the Hiking around Colne guide.
Yes, Colne offers family-friendly options, particularly along canal towpaths and riverside paths which provide mostly flat, traffic-free sections. Specific family-friendly hiking routes are detailed in the Family-friendly hikes around Colne guide.
Key natural landmarks include Pendle Hill, known for challenging climbs and panoramic views, and Boulsworth Hill, the highest point in the South Pennines. Wycoller Country Park features ancient bridges and historic sites, while Alcomden Stones offer 360-degree moorland views.
Yes, Colne features traffic-free cycling options, particularly along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal towpaths and riverside paths. Guides such as Traffic-free bike rides around Colne provide specific route information.
Komoot offers several guides for Colne, including Road Cycling Routes around Colne, Hiking around Colne, and Running Trails around Colne. There are also guides for MTB trails, family-friendly hikes, and traffic-free bike rides.
Colne can be accessed via public transport, with specific hiking routes available from bus stations. The guide Hikes from bus stations around Colne provides relevant information for hikers.
Colne offers easy hiking routes, particularly along canal towpaths and through areas like Wycoller Country Park. The Easy hikes around Colne guide provides specific options for less strenuous walks.
The official website for Colne is https://www.colnetowncouncil.org.uk/. This site provides information regarding local aspects and events within the Colne area.
The phone number for Colne Town Council is +441282861888. This contact can be used for inquiries related to the local council.

