Swinton is a region offering diverse landscapes that cater to a wide range of outdoor activities. Its varied terrain includes both challenging moorland ascents and gentle, traffic-free paths, alongside extensive woodlands, scenic reservoirs, and historic waterways. The area's natural features, from the rolling hills of the Howardian Hills to urban greenways, provide a compelling backdrop for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more. This blend of natural beauty and accessible infrastructure makes Swinton a notable…
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63
hikers
5.33km
01:22
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.09km
00:32
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
6.92km
01:47
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
5.73km
01:29
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38
riders
28.5km
01:46
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.4km
01:20
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
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9.20km
00:40
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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67.8km
04:15
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
riders
38.4km
02:36
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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16
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45.1km
02:32
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
63.0km
03:36
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
67.8km
04:30
900m
900m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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33
riders
36.2km
01:57
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50.8km
02:22
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
98.1km
04:47
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
55.6km
02:43
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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34
runners
21.6km
02:16
120m
120m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.71km
01:02
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.81km
00:55
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.69km
00:42
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
38.7km
02:36
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.3km
01:58
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
80.6km
04:50
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Swinton offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 7 routes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 1,200 ratings.
Yes, Swinton provides cycling routes for various skill levels. The Swinton Estate offers mountain biking trails ranging from family-friendly green routes to advanced black runs. Road and touring cycling routes feature diverse terrain, from steep moorland ascents to winding country lanes.
Mountain biking trails are available within the Swinton Estate, specifically 5 miles (8 km) of natural off-road trails in the Druids Temple woodland. These trails include features like jumps and bridges. For more details, refer to the MTB Trails around Swinton guide.
Hiking trails in Swinton, particularly around the Howardian Hills, offer diverse landscapes including extensive woodlands and views across Rye Dale and the Vale of Pickering. Routes vary in length and elevation, such as a moderate 4.1-mile loop through Coneysthorpe Banks Wood. Explore options in the Hiking around Swinton guide.
The Swinton Estate offers family-friendly mountain biking routes within its 5 miles (8 km) of trails in the Druids Temple woodland. These green routes are designed to be gentle and accessible for all ages. Touring cycling routes on country lanes also provide suitable options for families.
Routes in Swinton feature diverse natural landscapes, including the Howardian Hills, extensive woodlands like Coneysthorpe Banks Wood, and moorland. Scenic views often include natural features such as Leighton Reservoir, Glasshouses Dam, and the River Ure.
Swinton is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 37,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 7 available routes have received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 1,200 ratings.
Yes, mountain bikes are available for hire from the café at Swinton Bivouac. Electric bicycles can also be hired from the Swinton Country Club, providing options for different cycling preferences.
Komoot offers several guides for Swinton, including Cycling around Swinton, Road Cycling Routes around Swinton, MTB Trails around Swinton, and Hiking around Swinton. There are also guides for easy hikes, running trails, and gravel biking.
For more information about Swinton, particularly the Swinton Estate, the official website is swinton.co.uk. You can also contact them by phone at +448001164181.
Yes, Swinton offers routes suitable for gravel biking. The varied terrain, including country lanes and off-road trails, provides opportunities for this sport. Consult the Gravel biking around Swinton guide for specific routes.
Routes in Swinton have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on over 1,200 individual ratings from komoot users who have explored the region's 7 routes.

