Riseholme is a village situated just north of Lincoln in Lincolnshire, United Kingdom. The area features a landscape characterized by gently undulating agricultural fields, woodlands, and parkland, including the prominent Jurassic limestone Lincoln Cliff. This varied terrain provides a setting for several outdoor activities like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more. The tranquil rural environment, combined with accessible trails, makes Riseholme a destination for outdoor recreation.
Riseholme offers a range of outdoor activities…
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52
riders
40.0km
01:36
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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46
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44
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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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40
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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55
hikers
10.2km
02:36
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.16km
01:05
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.35km
01:12
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.7km
03:03
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.25km
01:00
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.3km
01:05
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.2km
01:04
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17.0km
01:01
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.7km
00:57
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.6km
01:56
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
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20.2km
01:08
60m
60m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.6km
02:45
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.8km
01:21
50m
50m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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56.5km
03:14
100m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.8km
01:19
40m
40m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.8km
02:19
90m
90m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4
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56.6km
03:22
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Riseholme offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The area features a mix of agricultural fields, woodlands, and parkland suitable for these sports. There are 2 routes available, with an average rating of 4.58 stars from more than 800 ratings.
Yes, Riseholme is suitable for road cycling due to its flat to gently undulating landscape. Specific routes and details can be found in the komoot guide Road Cycling Routes around Riseholme. The area provides sections suitable for both leisurely rides and more focused training.
Riseholme features a network of trails for hiking and jogging through open fields, meadows, and wooded areas. The terrain is generally flat with gentle gradients. Detailed information on routes is available in the komoot guides Hiking around Riseholme and Easy hikes around Riseholme.
The generally flat to gently undulating terrain around Riseholme makes it suitable for family-friendly cycling. Routes often pass through parkland and agricultural fields. The komoot guide Cycling around Riseholme provides options that can be adapted for various skill levels.
Riseholme is situated at the foot of the Lincoln Cliff, a prominent Jurassic limestone feature. The area also includes native broad-leaved woodlands, managed oak plantations, extensive parkland, and a large lake within the Riseholme Campus. The Fossdyke Navigation, a historic watercourse, also runs nearby.
Outdoor routes in Riseholme are popular, with more than 21,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 2 available routes have received an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from over 800 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Riseholme, including Road Cycling Routes around Riseholme, Hiking around Riseholme, Easy hikes around Riseholme, Cycling around Riseholme, Running Trails around Riseholme, MTB Trails around Riseholme, and Gravel biking around Riseholme.
Riseholme is primarily associated with Riseholme College and the University of Lincoln's Riseholme Campus. The official website for Riseholme College is https://www.riseholme.ac.uk. Information about the Riseholme Park Estates can be found on the University of Lincoln's website.
Yes, Riseholme offers options for both mountain biking and gravel biking. Komoot provides dedicated guides for these activities, including MTB Trails around Riseholme and Gravel biking around Riseholme. These routes utilize the area's varied terrain, including woodlands and agricultural paths.
The terrain in Riseholme is generally flat to gently undulating, making it accessible for various activities. It features a mix of open agricultural fields, managed woodlands, and parkland. The prominent Lincoln Cliff provides some elevation contrast to the otherwise gentle landscape.
Yes, Riseholme has trails suitable for jogging and running. These routes often pass through the tranquil rural environment of fields and parkland. The komoot guide Running Trails around Riseholme provides specific options for runners.

