Laverstoke is a region in North Hampshire, characterized by its picturesque countryside, gently rolling hills, and extensive woodlands. Situated within the Test Valley, the area features the clear chalk stream of the River Test, open parkland, and meadows. This blend of natural beauty and diverse terrain provides an excellent setting for several outdoor activities like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Laverstoke offers a variety of outdoor activities for different interests and…
89
Routes
4.6
(123)
Average rating
1429
People visited

4.6
(5)
82
riders
53.9km
02:13
350m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
27
riders
82.7km
03:48
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
76.4km
03:17
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(3)
81
riders
71.7km
03:08
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.9
(14)
40
hikers
11.0km
02:56
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(16)
88
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
(9)
60
hikers
5.07km
01:18
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
20
hikers
7.29km
01:57
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(4)
33
riders
44.5km
02:40
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
36
riders
71.6km
04:20
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
24
riders
38.3km
02:20
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
13
riders
71.7km
04:26
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.1
(7)
18
riders
34.9km
02:46
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
9
riders
30.9km
02:02
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
10
riders
46.5km
03:14
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

6
riders
34.3km
02:27
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

17
runners
5.92km
00:38
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
16
runners
5.76km
00:36
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
9.68km
01:04
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
9.85km
01:07
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Laverstoke offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features 24 routes with an average rating of 4.58 stars from over 10,000 visitors.
Laverstoke provides country lanes suitable for road cycling, often passing through picturesque villages. The "Test Valley 30 Mile Circular from Whitchurch" is a moderate 34-mile (55 km) route. The National Cycle Network's Route 246 also traverses the region. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Laverstoke guide.
Laverstoke offers a network of hiking trails through woodlands, across rolling hills, and along the River Test. Notable routes include the Test Valley loop from Whitchurch (6.8 miles / 11 km) and the 5-mile (8 km) loop around St Nicholas Church, Freefolk. The Hiking around Laverstoke guide provides further details.
While Laverstoke features rolling hills and woodlands, specific mountain biking trails are more prevalent in the broader Hampshire area, such as the South Downs Way. The MTB Trails around Laverstoke guide offers more information on local options.
The region's quiet country lanes and mostly flat terrain on routes like the "Test Valley 30 Mile Circular from Whitchurch" can be suitable for families. The Cycling around Laverstoke guide may offer additional family-friendly options.
Laverstoke offers trails suitable for various ability levels, including riverside paths and walks through meadows. The Easy hikes around Laverstoke guide highlights less strenuous options for walkers.
Laverstoke is characterized by gently rolling hills, extensive woodlands, and open farmland. The clear chalk stream of the River Test, designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest, meanders through the area, along with open parkland and meadows hosting wildflowers.
Komoot offers several guides for Laverstoke, including Road Cycling Routes around Laverstoke, Hiking around Laverstoke, Cycling around Laverstoke, Easy hikes around Laverstoke, MTB Trails around Laverstoke, and Running Trails around Laverstoke.
The official website for Laverstoke Park Farm, a key feature of the region, is laverstokepark.co.uk.
Laverstoke features 24 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by more than 10,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars.
Laverstoke is suitable for touring cycling due to its varied landscapes, quiet country lanes, and connections to longer routes like the Test Way and National Cycle Network routes. These routes offer opportunities to explore the wider Hampshire countryside.
The historical significance of Laverstoke, centered around Laverstoke Park and Laverstoke House, adds interest to outdoor excursions. The estate has a rich legacy, including its association with the Portal family and the integration of the Laverstoke paper mill and millpond.

