Rushmere St Andrew, a region on the outskirts of Ipswich, features a diverse landscape of heathland, woodlands, and river valleys. Key natural features include Rushmere Common, Bixley Farm Woodlands, and the Mill Stream Nature Reserve, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This area is suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more. An extensive network of trails winds through these green spaces, offering options for various ability levels.
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9
riders
38.4km
02:26
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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15
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40.1km
02:34
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.9km
01:48
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
66.7km
04:25
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
82.1km
05:49
410m
410m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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59.3km
04:07
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.2km
01:11
140m
140m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.2km
02:59
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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268
riders
46.9km
01:58
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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170
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117km
05:14
700m
700m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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161
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35.5km
01:26
90m
90m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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130
riders
86.7km
03:34
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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45
riders
60.1km
03:28
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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38.5km
02:20
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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24.1km
01:25
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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34.4km
02:02
110m
110m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36
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5.33km
01:22
30m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.97km
01:48
30m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
hikers
4.65km
01:13
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.40km
01:10
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46
runners
15.5km
01:39
40m
40m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.21km
00:46
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.57km
00:35
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
17.9km
01:52
80m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rushmere St Andrew provides opportunities for various outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The area features an extensive network of trails through heathland, woodlands, and river valleys. More than 60 routes are available for exploration.
The landscape of Rushmere St Andrew is diverse, featuring heathland, woodlands, and river valleys. Notable natural features include Rushmere Common, Bixley Farm Woodlands, Bixley Heath Nature Reserve, and Mill Stream Nature Reserve. The Fynn Valley and River Orwell also contribute to the varied terrain.
Yes, Rushmere St Andrew offers road cycling routes that utilize the area's connectivity. These routes traverse varied terrain, providing options for different skill levels. Information on specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Rushmere St Andrew guide.
Hiking trails are abundant in Rushmere St Andrew, winding through Rushmere Common, Bixley Farm Woodlands, and Mill Stream Nature Reserve. The Sandlings Walk, a long-distance footpath, also passes through the area. For detailed options, consult the Hiking around Rushmere St Andrew guide.
Mountain biking is possible in Rushmere St Andrew, with suitable terrain found on Rushmere Common and within Mill Stream Nature Reserve. Dedicated facilities for mountain bikers are also available nearby at Twisted Oaks Bike Park and Trails. The MTB Trails around Rushmere St Andrew guide provides further details.
Rushmere St Andrew offers family-friendly options, including the Enchanted Tree Trail. This 1.5-mile (2.5 km) circular woodland walk starts and finishes at the Enchanted Playground. It encourages families to explore the green spaces of Rushmere Common and Mill Stream Nature Reserve.
Explorable natural features include Rushmere Common with its heathland and gorse, Bixley Farm Woodlands, and Bixley Heath Nature Reserve. Mill Stream Nature Reserve and Chestnut Pond are also notable, providing habitats for various wildlife such as birds, damselflies, and frogs.
Outdoor routes in Rushmere St Andrew are popular on komoot, with more than 21,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 60 available routes have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Rushmere St Andrew, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, Running Trails, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, and Gravel biking.
The Rushmere St Andrew Parish Council can be contacted for local information and inquiries. Their official website is rushmerestandrew-pc.gov.uk. The Parish Council's phone number is +44 1473 711509.
Yes, Rushmere St Andrew features easy hiking routes suitable for various abilities. Many trails have gentle gradients and pass through heathland and woodlands. The Easy hikes around Rushmere St Andrew guide provides specific options.
Rushmere St Andrew offers a selection of running trails that wind through its diverse landscapes. These trails provide options for different distances and terrains. Further details can be found in the Running Trails around Rushmere St Andrew guide.
Gravel biking routes are available in Rushmere St Andrew, utilizing the area's varied terrain of heathland and woodlands. These routes offer a mix of surfaces suitable for gravel bikes. The Gravel biking around Rushmere St Andrew guide provides specific route information.

