Higham On The Hill is a village in Leicestershire, characterized by its elevated position, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The area features a diverse landscape of rolling hills, woodlands, and tranquil canal paths, including the Ashby Canal and Ambion Wood. This varied terrain provides a suitable setting for several outdoor activities like jogging, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Higham On The Hill offers a range of outdoor activities for…
74
Routes
4.2
(31)
Average rating
639
People visited

4.5
(2)
62
riders
36.0km
01:38
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
36.6km
01:37
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.0
(1)
21
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(4)
62
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
22
hikers
12.3km
03:09
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
20.6km
05:18
100m
100m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

23
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
6.42km
00:40
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

3.5
(2)
14
riders
22.9km
01:21
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
31.9km
01:51
200m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
44.9km
02:40
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
3
riders
24.6km
01:27
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(3)
11
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
10.9km
00:39
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
35.0km
02:06
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.0
(1)
2
riders
28.2km
01:52
90m
90m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
26.0km
01:37
120m
120m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
62.3km
03:55
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
42.7km
02:39
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Higham On The Hill offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Jogging, Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 6 routes, with more than 15,000 visitors sharing experiences that result in an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Higham On The Hill has jogging routes. The Ashby Canal provides accessible waterside paths suitable for jogging. Ambion Wood also features footpaths that can be used for invigorating jogs. There are 4 jogging routes available on komoot, which can be explored in the guide Running Trails around Higham On The Hill.
Higham On The Hill offers several hiking trails, including paths through Ambion Wood and along the Ashby Canal. An easy 1.4-mile (2.2 km) trail is the Ambion Wood – Richard III's Well loop. For more challenging options, a 12.8-mile (20.6 km) loop connects the Bosworth Battlefield Site and Sutton Wharf Café. More details can be found in the guide Hiking around Higham On The Hill.
Road cyclists can explore a network of country lanes around Higham On The Hill. The 'Higham Round' is a specific cycling route that passes through the village, connecting to broader networks like Sustrans Route 52. The Ashby Canal towpath also offers sections suitable for cycling. Discover more options in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Higham On The Hill.
Mountain biking is possible in Higham On The Hill, with certain sections of the Ashby Canal towpath suitable for off-road cycling. The wider Leicestershire region also provides dedicated mountain biking opportunities at locations such as Hicks Lodge National Forest Cycle Centre. For more information, consult the guide MTB Trails around Higham On The Hill.
Yes, Higham On The Hill offers easy trails suitable for families. The Ambion Wood – Richard III's Well loop is an easy 1.4-mile (2.2 km) trail. The Ashby Canal paths are also generally flat and accessible for leisurely walks. For more options, refer to the guide Easy hikes around Higham On The Hill.
Higham On The Hill features diverse natural landscapes, including rolling hills, extensive woodlands, and tranquil canal paths. The Ashby Canal is a significant feature, providing a peaceful environment for outdoor pursuits. Ambion Wood adds to the natural beauty with shaded paths and connections to historical sites.
Key highlights in Higham On The Hill include its elevated position, which offers panoramic views of the Leicestershire countryside. The Ashby Canal provides scenic waterside routes, and Ambion Wood offers shaded footpaths and a connection to the historic Bosworth Battlefield area. These features combine natural beauty with historical significance.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Higham On The Hill to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for Running Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, and MTB Trails. There are also guides for general Cycling, Easy hikes, and Gravel biking.
The official website for Higham On The Hill is the Higham on the Hill Parish Council website. It can be accessed at www.highamonthehill-pc.gov.uk. This website provides local information and resources for the area.
The Higham On The Hill Parish Council can be contacted by phone. The Parish Clerk, Odette Ghent, can be reached at +447895934184. Additional contact information may be available on the official parish council website.

