Tixall is a village in Staffordshire, England, characterized by a mix of historical landscapes and significant natural features that provide a compelling setting for outdoor activities. The region features the expanded waters of Tixall Wide and the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, offering picturesque canalside routes. Historic parkland, woodlands, and open countryside in the Sow Valley contribute to varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
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117
Routes
4.4
(388)
Average rating
6353
People visited

4.7
(136)
2,378
riders
35.6km
03:16
520m
520m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(4)
151
riders
39.3km
03:21
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
36
riders
45.8km
04:10
690m
690m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

19
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.7
(29)
87
hikers
8.12km
02:09
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
18
hikers
5.60km
01:27
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(17)
236
hikers
5.12km
01:19
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(27)
92
hikers
11.1km
02:56
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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188
runners
16.4km
01:43
60m
60m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

346
runners
25.8km
02:45
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

58
runners
24.2km
02:53
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

53
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
124
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

79
riders
41.2km
03:46
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

53
riders
30.3km
02:47
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
4
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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72
riders
36.5km
01:38
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

60
riders
64.3km
02:36
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
40
riders
28.0km
01:28
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

30
riders
57.3km
02:33
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(6)
108
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(2)
10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
(1)
12
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

7
riders
31.3km
02:24
430m
430m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Tixall offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 9 routes across these sports. Over 55,000 visitors have explored Tixall, contributing to an average route rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars.
Yes, komoot provides several guides for Tixall to help plan activities. These include Hiking around Tixall, MTB Trails around Tixall, and Cycling around Tixall. Additional guides cover easy hikes, running trails, road cycling, gravel biking, and family-friendly options.
Hiking routes in Tixall often utilize tranquil canal towpaths or traverse historic parkland and woodlands. These paths offer varied terrain suitable for exploration. For detailed options, consult the Hiking around Tixall guide.
Yes, Tixall provides options for less strenuous walks. The canal towpaths offer relatively flat and scenic routes. An Easy hikes around Tixall guide is available for those seeking gentler trails.
Tixall offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. Cyclists can explore along the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal or venture onto paths that combine paved and unpaved sections. Guides such as Cycling around Tixall provide specific route information.
Mountain biking opportunities exist in Tixall, with trails that can include both paved and unpaved sections. Some routes are considered challenging and require good fitness. The MTB Trails around Tixall guide details these options.
Trails in Tixall pass by several historical and natural landmarks. These include the Elizabethan Tixall Gatehouse, the Tixall Obelisk, and the Rotunda. The Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, particularly Tixall Wide, is also a prominent feature.
Tixall offers routes suitable for families, often along the flat canal towpaths or through gentle parkland. These provide accessible options for all ages. A dedicated Family-friendly hikes around Tixall guide is available.
Outdoor activities in Tixall have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 55,000 visitors who have completed routes in the region.
Official information regarding Tixall can be found through the local council website, ingestretixall.staffslc.gov.uk. For specific inquiries, a general contact number is +441785598434.
Tixall's landscape is characterized by Tixall Wide, an expanded section of the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, and its surrounding historic parkland. The area also features woodlands, plantations, and open countryside within the Sow Valley, offering diverse natural settings.

