Upton-By-Chester, a suburb of Chester, is a region characterized by its gentle Cheshire countryside, offering a variety of outdoor activities. The area features low-lying meadows, open fields, and quiet rural lanes, providing a serene backdrop for exploration. Its accessible waterways, including extensive canal towpaths along the Shropshire Union Canal, and proximity to the River Dee Valley, make it suitable for several sports like road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, hiking, and more. The underlying Triassic sandstone geology contributes to the local…
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runners
7.44km
00:48
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.2km
01:22
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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84.4km
03:32
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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45.2km
01:56
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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02:07
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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64.6km
02:41
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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83.5km
04:57
340m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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105km
06:05
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8.39km
02:07
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.66km
02:14
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.04km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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48.6km
02:32
130m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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68.5km
03:40
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.6km
02:48
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.9km
02:44
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Upton-By-Chester offers a range of outdoor activities including road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, hiking, and mountain biking. The region features 192 routes with an average rating of 4.53 stars from over 15,000 visitors.
Yes, Upton-By-Chester has 60 road cycling routes. These routes traverse gentle Cheshire countryside and rural lanes. Explore specific options in the Road Cycling Routes around Upton-By-Chester guide.
Touring cyclists can find 50 routes in Upton-By-Chester, utilizing canal towpaths and rural lanes. The area includes sections of the Chester Millennium Greenway. More details are available in the Cycling around Upton-By-Chester guide.
Upton-By-Chester offers 17 hiking trails, including paths along farm tracks and field edges. The River Dee Valley provides peaceful walking opportunities. Consult the Hiking around Upton-By-Chester guide for routes.
Yes, Upton-By-Chester features 63 jogging routes suitable for various fitness levels. Canal towpaths and rural lanes offer accessible terrain for runners. Specific routes are detailed in the Running Trails around Upton-By-Chester guide.
Upton-By-Chester's gentle countryside and well-maintained paths make it suitable for easy and family-friendly activities. The Easy hikes around Upton-By-Chester guide provides suitable options. The Chester Millennium Greenway is also a traffic-free option for families.
Routes in Upton-By-Chester pass through low-lying meadows, open fields, and along canal towpaths of the Shropshire Union Canal. The River Dee Valley and Estuary are also accessible. Some routes near Chester pass historical landmarks like the Chester Water Tower.
The Chester Millennium Greenway is a traffic-free route following an old railway line, suitable for cycling and walking. It connects areas like Mickle Trafford, Chester, and Connah's Quay. Sections of this greenway are accessible from Upton-By-Chester for touring cyclists.
Upton-By-Chester has 2 mountain biking trails. While the area is generally gentle, specific routes cater to mountain biking. Further details can be found in the MTB Trails around Upton-By-Chester guide.
Upton-By-Chester is a popular destination on komoot, with over 15,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 192 available routes have received an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from more than 600 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Upton-By-Chester, including Road Cycling Routes, Running Trails, Cycling, Hiking, Easy Hikes, and MTB Trails.
Upton-By-Chester is a suburb of Chester and does not have a dedicated tourism website. Information for the local community can be found via the Upton-by-Chester High School website at uptonhigh.co.uk. The school can be reached at 01244 259800.

