Down Hatherley is a civil parish located in Gloucestershire, England, offering a varied landscape for outdoor activities. Situated between the predominantly flat Severn Vale and the more challenging escarpments of the Cotswold Hills, the region provides diverse terrain. This geographical mix supports several sports like mountain biking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more, catering to various preferences.
Down Hatherley provides a range of outdoor activities, with more than 10 routes available across several…
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(11)
26
riders
42.6km
03:15
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

23
riders
53.2km
03:54
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
26.2km
01:57
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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29
riders
46.8km
02:45
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
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12.1km
00:41
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
hikers
6.74km
01:48
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
hikers
4.68km
01:13
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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30
riders
28.3km
01:19
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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19
riders
55.1km
02:29
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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18
riders
37.8km
01:52
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
riders
42.9km
02:10
200m
200m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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60
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
runners
10.8km
01:08
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
runners
5.99km
00:37
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
8.99km
00:57
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
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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14
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19.0km
01:20
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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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.

4
riders
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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Down Hatherley offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscape, from the flat Severn Vale to the hilly Cotswold Hills, supports these different sports.
There are 11 routes available in Down Hatherley on komoot. These routes cover various sports and cater to different skill levels, with an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from users.
While specific dedicated mountain biking trails directly within Down Hatherley are not extensively detailed, the broader Gloucestershire region and nearby Cotswold Hills offer off-road cycling opportunities. Users can find routes and information in the MTB Trails around Down Hatherley guide.
Down Hatherley features country lanes, canal sides, and traffic-free sections suitable for road cycling. Routes like the "Segregated Cycle Lane – Pheasant Lane loop from Churchdown" offer an easier 7.5-mile (12.0 km) path. More options are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Down Hatherley guide.
Down Hatherley offers several jogging and running trails, often featuring mostly paved surfaces. Examples include the "Staverton Cycleway – Segregated Cycle Lane loop from Gloucestershire Airport." Further routes can be explored in the Running Trails around Down Hatherley guide.
Yes, Down Hatherley offers hiking routes suitable for various abilities. Users looking for less strenuous options can consult the Easy hikes around Down Hatherley guide. The region's mix of flat Severn Vale and rolling Cotswold Hills provides diverse terrain.
The terrain in Down Hatherley is diverse, ranging from the predominantly flat Severn Vale to the more challenging escarpments of the Cotswold Hills. This geographical mix provides options from easy, scenic routes along river plains to more strenuous paths in elevated areas.
Down Hatherley is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 47,000 visitors having explored its routes. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for cycling in Down Hatherley. These include Road Cycling Routes around Down Hatherley, Cycling around Down Hatherley for touring, and Gravel biking around Down Hatherley.
Information about the locality can be found through the Down Hatherley Parish Council. The official website for the village hall, which provides community information, is downhatherleyvillagehall.org.uk.
Cycling routes in Down Hatherley vary in length. For example, a touring route like the "Llanthony Bridge – Maisemore Bridge loop from Coombe Hill Nature Reserve" is approximately 28.9 miles (46.5 km). Other routes, such as the "Segregated Cycle Lane – Pheasant Lane loop from Churchdown," are around 7.5 miles (12.0 km).
Routes in Down Hatherley often incorporate natural features such as the River Severn, especially in the flat Severn Vale. The proximity to the Cotswold Hills also means routes can offer elevated views and traverse rolling landscapes.

