South Willesborough and Newtown is a region characterized by its diverse natural environment, offering a mix of marshlands, river valleys, and woodlands. The area features extensive green spaces, including the ecologically significant South Willesborough Dykes and the broader Ashford Green Corridor. These landscapes provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, and more. The region's waterways, such as the East Stour and Aylesford Stream, contribute to rich wildlife habitats and scenic routes.
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4.6
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Average rating
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People visited

4.5
(11)
20
riders
32.8km
01:54
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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98
riders
61.1km
03:34
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(13)
81
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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46
riders
92.4km
05:22
300m
300m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
74.5km
03:41
560m
560m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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10
riders
63.6km
02:52
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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79
riders
105km
04:22
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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99
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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9
runners
11.4km
01:16
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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261
runners
4.93km
00:31
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.95km
00:38
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
runners
23.3km
02:26
130m
130m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.1
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39
riders
27.9km
02:22
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
55.2km
04:06
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
13.1km
01:09
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
hikers
21.5km
05:42
210m
210m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
18.7km
05:03
240m
240m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
7.38km
01:56
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
hikers
9.23km
02:23
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
39.2km
02:52
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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18.0km
01:38
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
23.8km
01:40
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
71.5km
04:18
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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South Willesborough and Newtown offers opportunities for road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and hiking. The region also supports mountain biking and gravel biking. There are 7 routes available, with an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars from over 1,100 ratings.
Yes, South Willesborough and Newtown features several road cycling routes. These routes often include mostly paved surfaces, with some segments that may be unpaved. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around South Willesborough and Newtown guide.
Touring cyclists can explore various routes in South Willesborough and Newtown, including loops through Orlestone Forest and routes leading to coastal areas like Dymchurch Sea Wall and Rye. The Cycling around South Willesborough and Newtown guide provides further details.
Jogging trails are available throughout South Willesborough and Newtown, including paths through Victoria Park, Singleton Lake, and Eastwell Manor Gatehouse. The Running Trails around South Willesborough and Newtown guide lists specific options.
Yes, the region offers numerous trails for hiking, ranging from easy strolls to longer routes. Popular options include the Stour Valley and Godinton Park Loop, a 7.1-mile (11.4 km) route. The Hiking around South Willesborough and Newtown guide provides more information.
The Willesborough Dykes Greenway Path is a traffic-free route connecting Park Farm to the town. It runs alongside the Ashford to Hastings rail line and meanders along a stream through a nature conservation area. This path integrates with the broader Ashford Cycle Route network.
The area features the South Willesborough Dykes, over 200 acres of grazed marshland, and the Ashford Green Corridor. Rivers like the East Stour and Aylesford Stream provide rich wildlife habitats. Woodlands and meadows, such as King's Wood and Frog's Island, also contribute to the natural landscape.
South Willesborough and Newtown offers options for mountain biking. The MTB Trails around South Willesborough and Newtown guide provides specific routes and details for mountain biking enthusiasts.
Yes, gravel biking is an activity supported in South Willesborough and Newtown. Routes for this sport can be found in the Gravel biking around South Willesborough and Newtown guide, offering diverse terrain for gravel cyclists.
South Willesborough and Newtown is a popular destination on komoot, with over 11,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars from more than 1,100 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including guides for Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, Running, Hiking, MTB Trails, Easy Hikes, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for the South Willesborough and Newtown Community Council is southwillesboroughnewtown-cc.gov.uk. They can also be reached by phone at 01233 528933.
Yes, South Willesborough and Newtown offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. These routes provide accessible ways to explore the region's natural beauty. The Easy hikes around South Willesborough and Newtown guide lists specific options.

