Twyford And Stenson is a civil parish in South Derbyshire, England, characterized by its location on the northern banks of the River Trent and a landscape shaped by both geology and history. The area features stable bands of Holme Pierrepont sand and gravel, contrasting with fertile alluvial soils, providing a varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This blend of natural features makes Twyford And Stenson suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
108
Routes
4.6
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Average rating
1948
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4.6
(60)
230
hikers
7.03km
01:53
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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81
hikers
6.35km
01:37
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(12)
41
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
66
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
80
riders
29.8km
01:16
140m
140m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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80
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

68
riders
31.6km
01:28
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
59
riders
57.4km
02:28
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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141
runners
14.6km
01:40
180m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

30
runners
7.76km
00:48
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
8.33km
00:52
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
11.5km
01:14
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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31
riders
26.8km
01:37
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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17
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
15.2km
00:54
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(1)
16
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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9
riders
46.5km
02:42
170m
170m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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2
riders
41.2km
02:42
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
20.9km
01:46
300m
290m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
riders
105km
05:48
930m
930m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
36.1km
02:16
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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19
riders
10.5km
00:34
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
25.6km
01:54
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Twyford And Stenson offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 22 routes with an average rating of 4.62 stars from more than 57,000 visitors.
The area provides several hiking opportunities, including ancient pathways and public footpaths across fields. Notable natural monuments like the Old Man of Calke Oak and the Anchor Church caves are accessible via trails. For a general overview, refer to the Hiking around Twyford And Stenson guide.
Yes, Twyford And Stenson offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. These routes often traverse public footpaths and offer views of historical buildings and the River Trent floodplain. Explore options in the Easy hikes around Twyford And Stenson guide.
Twyford And Stenson is well-suited for cyclists, offering routes for road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. Routes range from easy rides on paved surfaces to more challenging options with greater elevation gain. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Twyford And Stenson and Cycling around Twyford And Stenson provide detailed information.
The region features several notable natural landmarks. These include the ancient Old Man of Calke Oak, the Anchor Church caves near Ingleby, and the unique 'Stenson Bubble' where an overflow stream enters the Trent and Mersey Canal. Sinfin Moor, a Regionally Important Geological Site, also highlights the area's geological interest.
Yes, Twyford And Stenson provides scenic paths for jogging and running. Areas like Allestree Park Woodland and the Deer Park at Calke Abbey offer picturesque settings for runs. More options are detailed in the Running Trails around Twyford And Stenson guide.
The area has a rich history, evident in sites like the Anchor Church caves, which were possibly extended into a dwelling as early as the 8th or 9th century. St Andrew's Church in Twyford features parts of a tower dating back to 1200. The region's name, 'Twyford,' historically means 'two fords,' indicating its past as an important river crossing.
Twyford And Stenson is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 57,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 22 available routes have received an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Twyford And Stenson, Easy hikes around Twyford And Stenson, and Road Cycling Routes around Twyford And Stenson. Other guides cover running, general cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking.
The region offers opportunities for both mountain biking and gravel biking. Cyclists can find routes that explore the varied terrain of the area. Specific guides include MTB Trails around Twyford And Stenson and Gravel biking around Twyford And Stenson.
As Twyford And Stenson is a civil parish, there is no dedicated tourist board. Information falls under the South Derbyshire District Council. Their official website is southderbyshire.gov.uk, and they can be reached by phone at 01283 221 000.

