Barleythorpe, a region in the rural county of Rutland, is characterized by its low, rolling hills and significant natural features such as Rutland Water. This geography provides varied terrain suitable for several outdoor activities. The area offers opportunities for sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, hiking, and more, making it a relevant destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Barleythorpe offers more than 20 routes across several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, hiking, and more.…
105
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4.3
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Average rating
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4.7
(174)
1,957
riders
40.3km
02:41
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
2
riders
96.0km
05:59
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

98.3km
06:15
950m
950m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(9)
104
riders
28.1km
02:06
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
366
runners
26.7km
02:51
150m
150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

87
runners
19.4km
02:01
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

62
runners
8.83km
00:55
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
runners
6.68km
00:41
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(4)
19
hikers
15.6km
04:08
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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51
hikers
21.8km
05:37
110m
110m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
14.4km
03:47
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
hikers
6.68km
01:48
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
riders
106km
05:01
910m
910m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

77
riders
91.0km
04:41
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

70
riders
63.8km
03:08
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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62
riders
39.9km
01:41
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(55)
327
riders
27.1km
01:28
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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36
riders
28.8km
01:33
170m
170m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
26
riders
16.8km
00:59
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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18
riders
18.9km
01:14
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(11)
187
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
30.2km
01:33
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
riders
47.2km
02:53
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
riders
31.0km
01:56
380m
380m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Barleythorpe offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 20 routes for exploration. These activities utilize the area's low, rolling hills and natural features like Rutland Water.
Barleythorpe provides routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. Specific komoot guides are available, such as Cycling around Barleythorpe and Road Cycling Routes around Barleythorpe. The terrain includes low, rolling hills suitable for various cycling preferences.
Yes, Barleythorpe offers several hiking trails, with 6 routes specifically for hiking. Hikers can find options ranging from easy walks to more challenging paths. A comprehensive guide for these routes is available at Hiking around Barleythorpe.
Barleythorpe features 9 dedicated jogging routes for runners. These routes utilize the region's varied landscape, including paths around natural features. Runners can explore options through the Running Trails around Barleythorpe guide.
Yes, Barleythorpe has mountain biking trails available. Enthusiasts can find routes suited for MTB in the area's rolling terrain. The MTB Trails around Barleythorpe guide provides detailed information on these routes.
Barleythorpe is suitable for gravel biking, with routes that traverse its varied landscape. Gravel biking options are detailed in the Gravel biking around Barleythorpe guide. The region's low, rolling hills offer diverse terrain for this activity.
Barleythorpe offers routes suitable for beginners and those seeking easier options across various sports. For hiking, specifically, there is a guide for Easy hikes around Barleythorpe. The region's low, rolling hills provide accessible terrain.
Rutland Water is a large reservoir and a prominent natural feature near Barleythorpe. It is a designated nature reserve, important for overwintering wildfowl and as a breeding ground for ospreys. The reservoir serves as a significant focal point for recreation, particularly for cyclists.
Barleythorpe's routes are popular on komoot, with more than 24,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from over 1,500 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Barleythorpe, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Barleythorpe, Hiking around Barleythorpe, and Running Trails around Barleythorpe. Additional guides for specific cycling types and easy hikes are also available.
The official website for the Barleythorpe Parish Council is barleythorpe-council.org.uk. This site provides information regarding local community initiatives and environmental projects.
The terrain in Barleythorpe is characterized by low, rolling hills, providing varied topography for outdoor activities. The highest point in the county reaches approximately 646 feet (197 meters) in Cold Overton Park. This landscape is suitable for cycling, jogging, and hiking.

