Belford is a village in Northumberland, England, situated between the dramatic Northumberland coastline and the rugged Northumberland National Park. The area features a diverse landscape of pastoral farmland, scattered woodlands, and the rising ground of the Kyloe Hills, with geological formations like Whinstone outcrops. Its proximity to both the coast and the national park makes Belford a suitable base for several outdoor activities like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, and more.
Belford offers a…
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20
riders
57.0km
03:33
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
57.0km
03:32
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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62.9km
04:04
730m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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9.90km
00:38
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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157
hikers
8.69km
02:17
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.6km
03:40
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
6.67km
01:46
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
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7.24km
01:58
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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61
riders
44.3km
01:59
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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18
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36.5km
01:41
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
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26.8km
01:21
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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22.0km
01:03
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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36
runners
10.3km
01:08
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.7km
02:13
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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21.8km
02:34
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.09km
00:45
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
riders
55.2km
03:03
310m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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43.9km
02:22
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
76.0km
04:33
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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63.3km
03:37
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Belford offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, and mountain biking. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests.
Belford's routes are highly regarded on komoot, with more than 39,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 3,300 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for cycling in the area. These include Cycling around Belford, Road Cycling Routes around Belford, and Traffic-free bike rides around Belford.
Belford features 13 hiking routes, ranging from easy walks to more challenging trails. Guides such as Hiking around Belford and Easy hikes around Belford provide detailed information.
Yes, Belford offers routes suitable for families. There is a specific guide for Family-friendly hikes around Belford, indicating options designed for all ages.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity in the Belford region. Information on trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Belford guide.
Belford's cycling routes offer diverse scenery, from coastal roads with sea views to quiet country lanes through pastoral farmland. The landscape includes varied geological features and rising ground towards the north.
Yes, Belford provides routes that are accessible via public transport. The guide Hikes from bus stations around Belford highlights options for those using public transportation.
Belford is near St. Cuthbert's Cave, a natural cavern under National Trust stewardship, and offers access to the Northumberland coastline. The area also features Whinstone outcrops like Chapel Crag and the Belford Burn.
Belford features 11 dedicated touring cycling routes. These routes traverse varied landscapes, including pastoral farmland and areas with coastal proximity.
Information on running trails in Belford is available through the Running Trails around Belford guide. The region offers 8 jogging routes.
For general tourism information related to Belford, the official website is thebelfordgroup.com. This resource provides broader details about the area.

