Pleasington is a region in Lancashire, England, situated within the Blackburn with Darwen borough. It features picturesque countryside, extensive woodlands, and scenic views that provide a varied landscape for outdoor pursuits. The area is characterized by its rolling hills, the River Darwen, and woodlands such as Pleasington Old Hall Wood and Billinge Wood, offering panoramic views towards the Pennines, Lake District, and Fylde coast. This diverse terrain makes Pleasington suitable for several sports like jogging, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking,…
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128km
05:54
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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10.3km
00:50
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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

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

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6.83km
00:49
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.27km
01:28
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:45
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.67km
00:41
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
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24.7km
01:59
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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31.1km
02:14
160m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:22
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56.3km
03:47
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.00km
00:31
50m
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Pleasington offers a variety of outdoor activities including jogging, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region features 31 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.54 stars from komoot users.
Pleasington provides several jogging routes through its countryside and woodlands. Users can find specific options and details in the komoot guide Running Trails around Pleasington. Some routes pass along the River Darwen or through areas like Witton Country Park.
Pleasington offers a range of hiking trails, from easy circular paths to more moderate routes. A 4.5-mile (7.2 km) circular walk through Pleasington and Hoghton Bottoms is available. More options are detailed in the komoot guide Hiking around Pleasington.
The rolling countryside and quiet roads in Pleasington are suitable for road cycling. The Feniscliffe Circuit offers a gentle, generally flat route with traffic-free paths and canal towpaths. Additional routes can be found in the komoot guide Road Cycling Routes around Pleasington.
Pleasington is recognized for its mountain biking opportunities, including routes in Billinge Wood and Witton Country Park. The Billinge Hill and Pleasington cycle route is an 11 km (6.8 miles) mountain biking route combining road and off-road sections. More trails are listed in the komoot guide MTB Trails around Pleasington.
Pleasington offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. Easy, flat routes are available, such as a 3.6-mile (5.8 km) path near the village. The komoot guide Family-friendly hikes around Pleasington provides specific recommendations.
Many trails in Pleasington are suitable for dogs. Specific dog-friendly hiking routes are available for exploration. The komoot guide Dog-friendly hikes around Pleasington details suitable options.
Trails in Pleasington pass through diverse natural features including woodlands like Pleasington Old Hall Wood and Billinge Wood. The River Darwen flows through the area, and routes offer panoramic views towards the Pennines, Lake District, and Fylde coast.
Pleasington is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 72,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 31 available routes have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 8,000 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Pleasington, including Running Trails around Pleasington, Hiking around Pleasington, MTB Trails around Pleasington, and Road Cycling Routes around Pleasington. There are also guides for family-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy hikes, as well as gravel biking.
The official website for Pleasington Golf Club is pleasington-golf.co.uk. They can be reached by phone at +441254202177 for inquiries.

