Micklefield is a village and civil parish in West Yorkshire, England, offering a landscape shaped by both rural agriculture and its industrial past. The area features country lanes, former railway lines, and reclaimed industrial sites that have transformed into natural havens. This diverse terrain provides varied opportunities for outdoor pursuits, supporting several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Micklefield offers a range of outdoor activities for exploring its unique environment.…
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4.9
(8)
50
riders
50.2km
03:31
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(23)
68
riders
43.3km
02:58
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(5)
19
riders
23.6km
01:43
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(12)
23
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(12)
33
hikers
17.6km
04:37
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
hikers
5.43km
01:26
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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30
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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24
hikers
8.80km
02:18
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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69
riders
47.8km
01:57
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

65
riders
42.9km
01:54
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

53
riders
34.1km
01:30
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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28
riders
56.0km
02:17
160m
160m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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11
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
12.2km
01:22
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
5.49km
00:35
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
8.10km
00:54
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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11
riders
26.3km
01:57
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
38.7km
02:32
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
48.4km
02:59
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
56.4km
03:16
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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20
riders
62.8km
03:35
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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34
riders
50.4km
03:13
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5
riders
9.19km
00:40
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
6
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Micklefield offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 36 routes across these sports. These activities utilize country lanes, former railway lines, and reclaimed industrial sites.
Micklefield's outdoor routes have been explored by more than 22,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,800 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot provides a dedicated guide for road cycling in the area. This guide details various routes suitable for road bikes. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Micklefield guide.
Micklefield offers several hiking options, including rural walks through agricultural land and nature reserves. There are also specific guides for different difficulty levels. Find routes in the Hiking around Micklefield and Easy hikes around Micklefield guides.
Micklefield features mountain biking trails that include dirt/gravel roads and paved paths. These trails cater to different skill levels, with some offering moderate challenges. Information on these routes is available in the MTB Trails around Micklefield guide.
The area includes Letchmire Pastures, a nature reserve known for its diverse wildlife and flora. RSPB Fairburn Ings, a former coal mine, has been rewilded into a significant bird sanctuary with wetlands and lagoons. Micklefield Quarry also showcases geological features like the Hampole Beds.
Yes, Micklefield and its surroundings provide routes suitable for touring cyclists. These often utilize paved surfaces, country lanes, and former railway lines. Explore options in the Cycling around Micklefield guide.
Micklefield offers various running trails for joggers. These routes traverse different terrains, including rural paths and reclaimed industrial areas. Details on these trails can be found in the Running Trails around Micklefield guide.
Gravel biking is an available activity in Micklefield, with routes that combine paved and unpaved surfaces. These routes offer a mix of terrain for gravel bike enthusiasts. Consult the Gravel biking around Micklefield guide for more information.
Micklefield features 36 total routes. Specifically, there are 10 routes for Road cycling, 2 for Hiking, 1 for Mountain biking, 6 for Touring cycling, and 17 for Jogging. These numbers reflect the diverse outdoor opportunities in the region.
The official website for the Micklefield Parish Council, which serves as the administrative body for the village, is micklefield-pc.gov.uk. This site provides local information and resources.
The Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) for Micklefield Parish Council can be contacted by phone. The phone number for inquiries is 0113 2875829.

