Arkesden is a village situated in the rural Essex countryside, characterized by gentle rolling hills, expansive open farmland, and scattered woodlands. This landscape provides a diverse setting for outdoor activities. The area's quintessential English countryside aesthetic, including the tranquil Wicken Water stream, offers varied terrain suitable for exploration.
Arkesden offers more than 10 routes across several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, and more. The region's varied terrain, with its quiet country lanes and gentle climbs, is well-suited for road cycling routes around Arkesden and touring cycling. Hikers can explore trails winding through agricultural fields and woodlands, with options for hiking around Arkesden that feature extensive views. For those seeking off-road experiences, MTB trails around Arkesden utilize unpaved segments and rural paths. More than 14,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Arkesden, resulting in an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars for the available routes.
71
Routes
4.4
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Average rating
553
People visited

5.0
(1)
2
riders
43.3km
03:03
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(5)
9
riders
34.9km
02:36
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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4
riders
36.9km
02:44
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
49
riders
37.6km
01:50
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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43
riders
46.2km
02:03
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(1)
23
riders
26.6km
01:14
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

1.0
(1)
14
riders
18.5km
00:52
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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19
riders
27.5km
01:39
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
riders
16.3km
00:59
100m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
28.9km
01:47
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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15
hikers
3.99km
01:04
50m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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12
hikers
12.5km
03:18
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
5.61km
01:28
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
hikers
8.44km
02:12
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
8
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
22.2km
01:33
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
2
riders
82.1km
05:15
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
33.0km
02:17
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
runners
8.56km
00:54
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
5.52km
00:34
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
14.8km
01:36
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
6.40km
00:40
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Arkesden provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 18 routes across these sports, catering to different preferences.
More than 14,000 visitors have explored routes in Arkesden on komoot. The available routes have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on over 980 ratings.
Yes, Arkesden is well-regarded for road cycling, with routes that traverse gentle rolling hills and open farmland. Cyclists can find specific routes and guidance in the Road Cycling Routes around Arkesden guide.
Arkesden offers hiking trails that wind through agricultural fields, quiet country lanes, and woodlands. Routes can feature extensive views and pass through the village's conservation area. Detailed information is available in the Hiking around Arkesden guide.
Yes, Arkesden provides easy hiking options suitable for various skill levels. These trails often follow gentle paths through the countryside. For specific routes, consult the Easy hikes around Arkesden guide.
Arkesden offers mountain biking opportunities, utilizing unpaved segments and rural paths within its diverse landscape. The MTB Trails around Arkesden guide provides detailed information on available routes.
Touring cycling in Arkesden involves routes through tranquil rural Essex, often described as scenic. Options range from easy to challenging, traversing the region's gentle hills and farmland. The Cycling around Arkesden guide offers relevant routes.
Yes, Arkesden is suitable for gravel biking, with routes that incorporate both paved and unpaved sections of its rural landscape. Information on these routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Arkesden guide.
Arkesden features a 13th-century St Mary the Virgin Church, a village green, and over 20 listed buildings within its conservation area. The Wicken Water stream also flows through the village, adding to its natural charm.
Arkesden offers various running trails that explore the local countryside, including agricultural fields and quiet lanes. Specific routes designed for jogging are detailed in the Running Trails around Arkesden guide.
The official website for local information regarding Arkesden is the Arkesden Parish Council website. It can be accessed at arkesden-pc.gov.uk.
The Arkesden Parish Council Clerk can be contacted by phone. The number for the Parish Clerk is +447544985700.

