Aldford is a village in Cheshire, England, characterized by its gentle countryside, tranquil riverside paths, and historic features. The landscape is largely defined by the meandering River Dee and Aldford Brook, featuring open agricultural fields and small woodlands, much of which is part of the Eaton Estate. The terrain is generally flat, making it accessible for a variety of outdoor pursuits. The area supports several sports like road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
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4.6
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Average rating
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196
hikers
13.0km
03:21
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
5.49km
01:26
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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94
riders
42.5km
01:47
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30.6km
01:14
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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33.4km
01:23
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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37.2km
01:30
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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165
runners
11.4km
01:15
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.62km
00:35
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.0km
01:06
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60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.1km
01:44
50m
50m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
riders
48.6km
02:32
130m
130m
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
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

42.7km
02:36
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
22.6km
01:21
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
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25.9km
01:30
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
26.2km
01:32
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.7km
01:29
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Aldford offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, hiking, and mountain biking. The area features 6 routes, which have received an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from more than 41,000 visitors.
The terrain around Aldford is largely flat, characterized by gentle countryside, tranquil riverside paths along the River Dee and Aldford Brook, open agricultural fields, and small woodlands. This makes it accessible for a range of fitness levels and activities.
Yes, Aldford is well-suited for road cycling with quiet country lanes and flat sections along the River Dee. Information on routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Aldford guide.
Aldford has a network of footpaths, including riverside paths and routes through open fields and historic estate lands. For detailed options, consult the Hiking around Aldford guide.
Yes, Aldford offers accessible paths ideal for running, providing peaceful routes through natural settings. Specific routes are detailed in the Running Trails around Aldford guide.
Aldford provides several easy hiking options, suitable for various abilities. The Easy hikes around Aldford guide offers specific recommendations for less strenuous walks.
Aldford features several historical landmarks, including the earthwork remains of Aldford Castle (Blobb Hill), a 12th-century motte and bailey castle. The Aldford Iron Bridge, built in 1824, also crosses the River Dee near the village.
Aldford's outdoor routes are popular among komoot users, with more than 41,000 visitors having explored the area. The available routes have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Aldford, including Road Cycling Routes around Aldford, Running Trails around Aldford, Cycling around Aldford, Hiking around Aldford, Easy hikes around Aldford, and MTB Trails around Aldford.
The Aldford and Saighton Parish Council can be contacted for official local information. The Clerk to the Parish Council can be reached by phone at 01829 270887 or 07745 842988. Their official website is alford-saightonpc.org.uk.
Yes, Aldford offers options for mountain biking. Specific routes and information can be found in the MTB Trails around Aldford guide.
Aldford's rural landscape and quiet country lanes are suitable for touring cycling. The Cycling around Aldford guide provides information relevant to touring cyclists.

