Things to Do around Wield
Wield is a region characterized by its diverse and historic landscape, offering varied terrain for outdoor activities. This area features rolling hills, ancient woodlands, picturesque clay vales, and sandy heaths, alongside historic farmland and ancient routeways. The geology includes sandstone outcrops and verdant river valleys, providing a dynamic environment for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Things to Do in Wield
The Wield region provides more than 10 routes across several sports, including road…
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riders
47.0km
02:03
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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24.2km
01:03
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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75.8km
03:37
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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riders
32.3km
02:40
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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20.7km
01:42
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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riders
30.9km
02:35
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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runners
11.3km
01:20
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
10.2km
01:10
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
10.1km
01:12
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
12.5km
03:21
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
4.70km
01:15
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
4.78km
01:17
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
6.90km
01:50
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
18.4km
01:12
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
40.4km
02:35
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
51.1km
03:05
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
77.5km
04:53
850m
850m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
riders
34.5km
02:10
400m
400m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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riders
62.6km
03:51
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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riders
16.9km
01:02
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Wield region?
The Wield region, also known as the High Weald National Landscape, is a protected area in Southeast England. It spans parts of Kent, Sussex, and Surrey, characterized by a medieval landscape of rolling hills, ancient woodlands, clay vales, and sandy heaths.
What outdoor activities are available in Wield?
Wield offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain suitable for different interests and skill levels.
Are there road cycling routes in Wield?
Yes, Wield provides numerous road cycling routes on minor country lanes, traversing rolling hills with elevations up to 748 feet (228 meters). More information can be found in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Wield.
What hiking opportunities are available in Wield?
Wield features over 1,597 miles (2,570 km) of public rights of way for hiking, exploring rolling chalk hills, ancient drove routes, and woodlands. The 90-mile (145 km) High Weald Landscape Trail is a notable long-distance option. For more details, consult Hiking around Wield.
Are there mountain biking trails in Wield?
Wield offers mountain biking opportunities, including tracks at Bedgebury Forest and the Penshurst Off-Road Centre. A 12-mile (19 km) circuit around Bewl Water is also available. The guide MTB Trails around Wield provides further information.
Are there easy or family-friendly routes in Wield?
Wield offers routes suitable for various abilities, including easy hikes. The guide Easy hikes around Wield highlights less challenging options for those seeking a more relaxed experience.
What kind of terrain can be expected when cycling in Wield?
Cyclists in Wield can expect varied terrain, including rolling hills, ancient woodlands, clay vales, and sandy heaths. Routes often follow minor country lanes and ancient tracks, providing a mix of gradients and surfaces.
How popular is Wield on komoot?
Wield is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 15,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 11 available routes have received over 1,100 ratings, averaging 4.59 out of 5 stars.
What komoot guides are available for Wield?
Komoot offers several guides for Wield, including Road Cycling Routes around Wield, Hiking around Wield, MTB Trails around Wield, and Gravel biking around Wield.
What are the main natural features of Wield?
Wield is characterized by its rolling hills, extensive ancient woodlands like Ashdown Forest, picturesque clay vales, and sandy heaths. The landscape also includes historic farmland, ancient routeways, sandstone outcrops, and verdant river valleys.
How can I contact the Wield region's official organization?
The official website for the Wield region is highweald.org. For direct inquiries, the phone number is 01424 723011.
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