Welsh Newton, a village and civil parish in Herefordshire, England, is situated near the border with Wales, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The region is characterized by rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and proximity to the Wye Valley National Landscape and the Forest of Dean. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, gravel biking, and more, making Welsh Newton a notable destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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riders
64.2km
04:20
850m
850m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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56.6km
03:40
730m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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85
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11.9km
01:08
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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107
riders
13.4km
01:06
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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95
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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129
hikers
17.5km
04:36
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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74
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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93
hikers
12.0km
03:10
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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93
riders
31.7km
01:58
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
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32.0km
02:23
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
16.5km
01:16
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

55
runners
13.4km
01:31
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

50
runners
12.9km
01:22
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
runners
9.36km
01:00
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

22
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22.1km
01:47
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
11.9km
01:04
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
25.4km
02:01
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
riders
30.1km
01:32
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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11
riders
19.0km
01:03
240m
240m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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9
riders
29.0km
01:29
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
86.2km
04:11
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Welsh Newton offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, and Road cycling. The region features over 20 routes, with an average rating of 4.51 stars from more than 30,000 visitors.
Welsh Newton provides numerous hiking trails through ancient woodlands and along river valleys. Options range from easy walks to more strenuous hikes, often incorporating ascents to viewpoints. More information can be found in the Hiking around Welsh Newton guide.
Easy hiking trails are available in Welsh Newton, suitable for beginners or those seeking less strenuous walks. These routes often traverse less challenging terrain. A dedicated guide for Easy hikes around Welsh Newton is available.
Welsh Newton is well-suited for touring cycling, featuring quiet country lanes and varied terrain. Routes often connect historic towns and villages. Details are available in the Cycling around Welsh Newton guide.
Gravel biking opportunities exist in the Welsh Newton area, utilizing a mix of quiet lanes, forest tracks, and bridleways. These routes traverse rolling countryside and woodlands. The Gravel biking around Welsh Newton guide provides specific route information.
Jogging enthusiasts can utilize numerous paths and trails in Welsh Newton, including riverside paths and accessible woodlands. The mixed terrain offers diverse training options. Consult the Running Trails around Welsh Newton guide for suitable routes.
The Welsh Newton region is characterized by the Wye Valley National Landscape, ancient woodlands, and the River Wye. Rolling hills and valleys provide varied terrain, while viewpoints like Symonds Yat Rock offer panoramic views.
The area around Welsh Newton features historical sites such as King Arthur's Cave, a limestone cavern with ancient human occupation evidence. Goodrich Castle and Tintern Abbey are also within the broader Wye Valley area, adding historical interest to routes.
Routes in Welsh Newton have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 30,000 visitors who have explored the over 20 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Welsh Newton, including Hiking around Welsh Newton, Cycling around Welsh Newton, and Running Trails around Welsh Newton. Additional guides cover easy hikes, gravel biking, MTB trails, and road cycling routes.
The Welsh Newton and Llanrothal Parish Council can be contacted via their official website or by phone. The website is welshnewtonllanrothalgroup-pc.gov.uk. The phone number for the Clerk to the Parish Council is 07880 792617.

