Barlborough is a village in Derbyshire, England, characterized by its rolling countryside, diverse woodlands, and waterways like the River Rother. The area features a unique blend of natural beauty and reclaimed industrial sites transformed into recreational country parks. This varied landscape provides an appealing setting for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts exploring Barlborough will find more than 30 routes available across various sports. The region offers…
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4.9
(11)
191
riders
39.8km
02:56
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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113
riders
34.7km
02:37
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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82
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49.2km
03:42
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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82
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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65
riders
68.5km
02:52
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

39
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60.9km
02:40
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32
riders
66.5km
03:10
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
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60.4km
02:56
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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40
riders
41.3km
02:45
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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36.6km
02:27
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.4km
02:35
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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11
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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62
riders
23.4km
01:12
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
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20.4km
01:07
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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25.2km
01:25
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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24
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
hikers
5.15km
01:23
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
hikers
10.1km
02:38
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
hikers
4.41km
01:09
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
runners
6.90km
00:43
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
8.04km
00:51
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.6km
01:13
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
7.66km
00:48
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Barlborough offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features rolling countryside, woodlands, and reclaimed industrial sites transformed into recreational parks.
Barlborough offers various hiking trails, including the easy 3.2-mile (5.1 km) Quarry Dam Fishing Ponds – High Wood loop and the moderate 5.7-mile (9.2 km) Barlborough House – Park Hall, Spinkhill loop. The Barlborough Heritage Trail is a circular walk highlighting historical landmarks. More details are available in the Hiking around Barlborough guide.
Mountain biking opportunities exist in Barlborough, particularly in areas like Rother Valley Country Park and Poolsbrook Country Park. Greenways on former railway lines also provide suitable sections for mountain biking. The MTB Trails around Barlborough guide offers more information.
Barlborough provides routes for touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. Access to greenways and sections of the Trans Pennine Trail and Sustrans network are available. Guides like Cycling around Barlborough and Road Cycling Routes around Barlborough detail specific options.
Barlborough offers easy routes suitable for families, such as the Barlborough Heritage Trail, which is just under 2 miles long and relatively flat. The Doe Lea Walk is another peaceful 2-mile circular route. Easy hiking options are detailed in the Easy hikes around Barlborough guide.
Barlborough features rolling countryside, woodlands, and waterways like the River Rother and River Doe Lea. Reclaimed industrial sites have been transformed into country parks. Historical architecture includes a 17th-century church and medieval castle ruins, with Creswell Crags nearby.
More than 39,000 visitors have explored Barlborough's routes on komoot. The region's 39 routes have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars, based on over 2,800 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Barlborough, including Cycling around Barlborough, Road Cycling Routes around Barlborough, Hiking around Barlborough, and MTB Trails around Barlborough. There are also guides for gravel biking, jogging, and easy hikes.
The official website for the local governing body is the Barlborough Parish Council. Further information can be found at barlboroughparishcouncil.gov.uk. The Parish Council can be reached by phone at +441246819776.
Barlborough Country Park offers various trails through woodland, grassland, and wetland habitats across 65 acres. Nearby Rother Valley Country Park, a 740-acre site, and Poolsbrook Country Park, covering 180 acres, also provide extensive networks of paths for recreation.
Barlborough is popular for touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The area benefits from greenways and access to sections of the Trans Pennine Trail and Sustrans network, providing diverse cycling experiences.
Yes, Barlborough offers routes suitable for jogging. The region's diverse landscape, including country parks and greenways, provides various options for runners. The Running Trails around Barlborough guide details specific routes.

