Bradfield is a region characterized by its diverse landscape of reservoirs, moorlands, and woodlands, making it suitable for various outdoor pursuits. Located near Sheffield, this area features a rural, hilly terrain, including the Loxley Valley and significant climbs. Key natural features include Damflask, Agden, and Dale Dike reservoirs, which offer picturesque routes. The combination of water bodies, open moorland, and ancient woodlands provides varied terrain for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
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4.7
(117)
1,132
hikers
6.30km
01:39
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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94
hikers
5.08km
01:29
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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91
hikers
4.97km
01:27
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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38
hikers
6.54km
01:52
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(13)
809
runners
6.22km
00:39
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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283
runners
10.4km
01:07
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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278
runners
10.0km
01:04
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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184
runners
10.7km
01:10
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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4.4
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216
riders
29.7km
01:35
470m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.6
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123
riders
15.0km
00:40
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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22
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62.7km
03:49
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

18
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22.5km
01:16
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
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164
riders
15.1km
01:30
340m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.9
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43
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43.4km
03:20
550m
550m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.2
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63
riders
49.3km
03:39
640m
640m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

3.7
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14
riders
29.7km
02:18
570m
570m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
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180
riders
27.7km
02:43
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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121
riders
43.9km
03:25
490m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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93
riders
38.6km
03:05
420m
420m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
(8)
54
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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108
riders
16.8km
00:57
200m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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113
riders
17.8km
01:00
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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14
riders
28.8km
02:01
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
40.5km
03:13
790m
790m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
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5
hikers
13.2km
04:04
450m
450m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
hikers
10.8km
03:05
240m
240m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
hikers
18.0km
05:28
560m
560m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3
hikers
8.60km
02:53
380m
380m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Bradfield offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features reservoirs, moorlands, and woodlands, providing varied terrain for exploration. Over 400 routes are available for these sports.
Bradfield features over 200 hiking routes, with many exploring the picturesque reservoirs like Damflask, Agden, and Dale Dike. Trails also extend into open moorland and woodlands, offering varied terrain. For a comprehensive overview, consult the Hiking around Bradfield guide.
Yes, Bradfield offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. Paths around Damflask Reservoir are generally flat and accessible, popular with walkers and cyclists. Explore options in the Easy hikes around Bradfield guide.
Bradfield is known for its exceptional cycling opportunities, including touring, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features quiet roads, scenic views, and challenging climbs like the 'Côte de Bradfield.' Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Bradfield provide detailed information.
Bradfield offers over 100 jogging routes, many utilizing the accessible paths around its reservoirs and through woodlands. These trails provide varied distances and surfaces for runners. Detailed information can be found in the Running Trails around Bradfield guide.
Key natural features in Bradfield include Damflask, Agden, and Dale Dike reservoirs, which offer picturesque routes and views. The region also boasts open moorlands like Ughill Moor and diverse woodlands, providing varied landscapes for outdoor activities. Hilly terrain and the Loxley Valley contribute to scenic vistas.
Yes, Bradfield includes routes categorized as family-friendly, often found around the reservoirs and in less challenging woodland areas. These routes provide accessible outdoor experiences for groups with children. Look for routes with 'family_friendly' highlights.
Bradfield's routes are highly popular on komoot, with more than 43,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars from over 4,500 ratings, indicating high satisfaction among users.
Komoot provides several guides for Bradfield, covering various sports and difficulty levels. Examples include Hiking around Bradfield, Road Cycling Routes around Bradfield, and MTB Trails around Bradfield. These guides offer curated route suggestions and information.
Bradfield features historical charm in its villages, such as Low Bradfield and High Bradfield. High Bradfield contains historical features like an ancient Saxon fortification. These sites add a cultural dimension to outdoor pursuits in the region.
Yes, Bradfield offers challenging routes, particularly for road cycling with significant climbs like the 'Côte de Bradfield,' which was part of the Tour de France. There are also more demanding moorland treks and routes categorized as 'challenging' or 'intermediate' for hiking and mountain biking. The Mountain Hikes around Bradfield guide offers more strenuous options.
Bradfield's hilly terrain, including the Loxley Valley and the steep lane connecting Low and High Bradfield, provides numerous panoramic viewpoints. Many routes are highlighted for their scenic vistas across the reservoirs and moorlands. Look for routes tagged with 'viewpoint' for elevated perspectives.

