Charlton Kings is a region nestled in the west foothills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a setting for various outdoor activities. The area features rolling hills, wooded valleys, and open fields, with notable landmarks like Leckhampton Hill, Charlton Kings Common, Lineover Wood, and Dowdeswell Reservoir. These diverse landscapes provide opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Charlton Kings provides a wide array of outdoor…
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114
hikers
6.14km
01:50
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.88km
01:07
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.80km
00:54
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120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.2km
02:57
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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131
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51.7km
02:19
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29.9km
01:21
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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31.6km
01:44
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470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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31.5km
01:15
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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103
runners
15.3km
01:35
80m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4.69km
00:29
30m
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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.35km
00:40
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
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29.6km
02:32
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.2km
02:18
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.0km
03:04
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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36
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19.5km
01:30
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
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115km
08:15
1,650m
1,650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.0km
01:20
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71.0km
04:47
990m
990m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.2km
01:55
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Charlton Kings offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features over 200 routes across these sports. It is situated within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Charlton Kings provides numerous hiking opportunities, with 63 dedicated hiking routes. Notable areas include Leckhampton Hill, Charlton Kings Common, and Lineover Wood. For a comprehensive overview, consult the Hiking around Charlton Kings guide.
Yes, Charlton Kings offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. Some paths on Leckhampton Hill and along the River Chelt provide gentler terrain. An Easy hikes around Charlton Kings guide is available for specific routes.
Charlton Kings features extensive paths for cyclists, including 31 road cycling routes and 31 touring cycling routes. Cyclists can explore sections of the Cotswold Way National Trail. Detailed routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Charlton Kings and Cycling around Charlton Kings guides.
Yes, Charlton Kings offers mountain biking opportunities, with 7 dedicated MTB routes and 1 easy MTB route. Permissive access is available on most areas of Leckhampton Hill via established tracks. Explore specific routes in the MTB Trails around Charlton Kings guide.
Charlton Kings has 72 jogging routes, offering diverse terrains from riverside paths to hill climbs. Areas like Leckhampton Hill, Dowdeswell Reservoir, and the River Chelt provide suitable running environments. Refer to the Running Trails around Charlton Kings guide for detailed information.
Notable natural landmarks include Leckhampton Hill and Charlton Kings Common, designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Other features are Lineover Wood, Dowdeswell Reservoir, the River Chelt, and Wistley Hill. These areas offer diverse landscapes and geological formations.
Yes, Charlton Kings offers several viewpoints. Leckhampton Hill provides views across Cheltenham, and Wistley Hill offers expansive views over the Cotswolds and Gloucestershire countryside. These locations are popular for scenic outlooks.
Charlton Kings is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 4,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from over 300 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Some paths in Charlton Kings are suitable for wheelchairs, particularly on Leckhampton Hill. The area's extensive network of paths includes diverse terrains, with certain sections designed for easier access. It is advisable to check specific route details for accessibility information.
Komoot offers several guides for Charlton Kings, including Hiking around Charlton Kings, Road Cycling Routes around Charlton Kings, Easy hikes around Charlton Kings, and Running Trails around Charlton Kings. Guides for touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking are also available.
The Charlton Kings Parish Council website serves as a source for local information, including insights into the area's natural aspects. The official website is charltonkingsparishcouncil.gov.uk.
The Charlton Kings Parish Council can be contacted by phone at +441242250087. This number provides a direct line for inquiries related to local information and community matters.

