Barwell is a village located in Leicestershire, England, characterized by its rolling hills, agricultural landscapes, and picturesque countryside. The region offers a blend of rural charm and accessible terrain, making it suitable for various outdoor pursuits. Its gently undulating topography and network of paths provide a setting for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. The area's natural features, including the Ashby Canal and surrounding woodlands, contribute to its appeal for outdoor activities.
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4.4
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Average rating
747
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12
riders
107km
05:01
730m
730m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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50
riders
56.9km
02:44
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

29
riders
43.4km
02:01
260m
260m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

26
riders
26.1km
01:18
140m
140m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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111
hikers
6.79km
01:44
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
16.0km
04:08
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
4.31km
01:07
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
hikers
8.67km
02:15
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
runners
8.04km
00:50
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
6.93km
00:43
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
5.22km
00:32
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
6.86km
00:43
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
22.9km
01:21
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
31.9km
01:51
200m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
44.9km
02:40
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
42.4km
02:23
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
23.4km
01:26
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
16.9km
01:01
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
9.82km
00:35
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
10.8km
00:39
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
28.2km
01:52
90m
90m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
62.3km
03:55
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
42.7km
02:39
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Barwell offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 30 routes across these sports. Its landscape includes rolling hills and agricultural lands, providing diverse terrain for exploration.
Outdoor routes in Barwell have been explored by more than 33,000 visitors on komoot. These routes hold an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars. There are 36 total routes available across various sports.
Barwell offers 12 specific road cycling routes, with terrain that is generally gently undulating. A network of cycling routes connects Barwell with nearby towns like Hinckley. More details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Barwell guide.
Barwell provides hiking opportunities ranging from local heritage trails to routes through surrounding countryside. The region features 3 hiking routes, including options for semi-natural woodland and open grassland. The Hiking around Barwell guide offers further information.
Mountain biking opportunities exist near Barwell, often traversing rural landscapes and near the Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal. These trails typically feature generally gentle elevation changes. The MTB Trails around Barwell guide provides more details.
Barwell offers family-friendly options for outdoor activities. There are specific guides available for Family-friendly hikes around Barwell. The Ashby Canal towpaths also provide tranquil routes suitable for walking and cycling with gentle elevation changes.
The Barwell region features rolling hills and agricultural lands. Notable natural features include the Ashby Canal, which offers tranquil routes, and Croft Hill, providing expansive views. Thornton Reservoir is also a picturesque lake within a National Forest valley.
Yes, Barwell offers routes suitable for beginners. The Ashby Canal towpaths provide gentle terrain for walking and cycling. Specific guides like Easy hikes around Barwell are available for those seeking less challenging options.
Yes, Barwell offers traffic-free cycling options. Guides are available for Traffic-free bike rides around Barwell for road cycling and Traffic-free bike rides around Barwell for touring cycling. The Ashby Canal towpaths also provide traffic-free sections.
Komoot offers several guides for Barwell, including Road Cycling Routes around Barwell, Hiking around Barwell, and MTB Trails around Barwell. Other guides cover touring cycling, running, easy hikes, and family-friendly options.
The official website for the Barwell Parish Council is barwell-pc.gov.uk. This resource provides local information and community details for the village.
The phone number for the Barwell Parish Council is 01455 844229. This contact can be used for inquiries related to the local administration of Barwell.

