Things to Do around Setmurthy
Setmurthy is a region in Cumbria, England, located near Cockermouth on the edge of the Lake District National Park. Its landscape features mature mixed woodlands, open fells, and a prominent ridge offering views of Bassenthwaite Lake and the surrounding fells. This diverse terrain provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and more. The area's natural descents and varied paths make it suitable for a range of outdoor pursuits.
Things to Do in Setmurthy
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39
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3.23km
00:50
20m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8.86km
02:19
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10.7km
03:09
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.61km
01:38
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160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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150
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31.5km
01:34
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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40.5km
01:57
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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55.6km
02:33
610m
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Moderate road ride. 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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26.6km
01:34
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18.7km
01:10
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180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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39.2km
02:36
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390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40.7km
03:49
990m
990m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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36.2km
03:14
870m
870m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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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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19.8km
01:32
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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31
riders
21.2km
01:54
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43.0km
03:23
940m
940m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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8.80km
00:50
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7.82km
00:41
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.79km
01:08
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7.58km
00:57
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10.8km
01:19
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
9.17km
00:59
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
11.4km
04:14
710m
710m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12.3km
04:59
880m
880m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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12.7km
04:53
760m
760m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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9.08km
03:33
640m
640m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Frequently asked questions
What outdoor activities are available in Setmurthy?
Setmurthy offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, and Mountaineering. The region features 59 routes across these sports.
How popular is Setmurthy for outdoor activities on komoot?
Setmurthy has attracted more than 123,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from over 10,000 ratings.
Are there komoot guides available for Setmurthy?
Komoot provides several guides for Setmurthy, such as Road Cycling Routes around Setmurthy, Hiking around Setmurthy, and MTB Trails around Setmurthy. Other guides cover family-friendly hikes, running trails, and gravel biking.
What hiking opportunities are available in Setmurthy?
Setmurthy offers a network of forest roads and permissive paths through woodlands and along a ridge. Hiking options range from easy family-friendly walks to moderate ridge hikes, with 20 hiking routes available. Explore options with the Hiking around Setmurthy guide.
What kind of mountain biking trails are in Setmurthy?
Setmurthy Woods is known for mountain biking, featuring flowy jump lines, natural descents, and technical challenges. While some trails are rider-built, they offer a mix of tight singletrack and steep natural features. There are 2 mountain biking routes and 1 easy mountain biking route listed.
Are there road cycling routes in Setmurthy?
While Setmurthy Woods is primarily off-road, the surrounding Lake District National Park offers extensive road cycling opportunities. There are 3 road cycling routes listed, and a Road Cycling Routes around Setmurthy guide is available.
What jogging routes are available in Setmurthy?
Joggers can utilize diverse terrain, including gravel forest tracks within Setmurthy Woods. Routes vary from short, easy runs to more challenging long-distance options. There are 25 jogging routes available, detailed in the Running Trails around Setmurthy guide.
Are there family-friendly outdoor activities in Setmurthy?
Setmurthy offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. Easy woodland loops are available, and komoot provides a specific guide for Family-friendly hikes around Setmurthy.
What are the notable natural features or viewpoints in Setmurthy?
Setmurthy features mature mixed woodlands, open fells, and a ridge that provides expansive views. From the ridge, visitors can see Bassenthwaite Lake and the surrounding fells. Watch Hill also offers panoramic vistas of the north-western and western fells.
Who manages Setmurthy Woods and how can they be contacted?
Setmurthy Woods is managed by Forestry England. Their general contact number for North England is +443000674200. Further information can be found on their official website.
Are there options for gravel biking in Setmurthy?
Yes, Setmurthy offers opportunities for gravel biking. A gravel forest road link is available, which is also used by horse riders. Komoot provides a dedicated guide for Gravel biking around Setmurthy.
What types of cycling are available in Setmurthy?
Setmurthy supports various cycling activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Touring cycling. There are 3 road cycling routes, 2 mountain biking routes, 1 easy mountain biking route, and 8 touring cycling routes available.
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