Dunton Bassett is a village located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England. The area is characterized by its rural landscape, featuring areas of grassland, wet woodland, and well-preserved ridge and furrow pasture. Its setting within the Upper Soar Landscape Character Area provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor pursuits. The region offers opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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102
hikers
4.64km
01:12
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
7.48km
01:57
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.27km
01:54
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
7.24km
01:54
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
riders
33.4km
01:33
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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45
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19.9km
00:50
140m
140m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42
riders
72.1km
03:25
560m
560m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

19
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35.4km
01:33
190m
190m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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26
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32.5km
01:56
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
35.9km
02:08
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
22.6km
01:20
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.1km
01:32
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
9.49km
00:59
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.6km
01:32
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.39km
00:34
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.8km
01:27
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
18.9km
01:05
50m
50m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.5km
02:04
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.3km
01:20
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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3
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Dunton Bassett offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The area features 7 routes, which have received an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars from more than 13,000 visitors.
Dunton Bassett's outdoor routes have been explored by more than 13,000 visitors on komoot. The 7 available routes have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive experience for users.
Yes, Dunton Bassett offers road cycling opportunities through the Leicestershire countryside. Cyclists can find routes suitable for exploring the rural landscape. For more information, refer to the guide Road Cycling Routes around Dunton Bassett.
Dunton Bassett provides hiking opportunities through its network of Public Rights of Way. These paths are suitable for exploring the local scenery and enjoying walks through the rural landscape. Specific guides include Hiking around Dunton Bassett and Easy hikes around Dunton Bassett.
Yes, touring cyclists can utilize the Public Rights of Way to explore the countryside around Dunton Bassett. These routes offer leisurely rides through the rural landscape. A dedicated guide is available: Cycling around Dunton Bassett, and also Traffic-free bike rides around Dunton Bassett.
Dunton Bassett is situated within the Upper Soar Landscape Character Area, featuring grassland, mesotrophic grassland, and wet woodland. The area includes two Local Wildlife Sites and the Dunton Bassett Quarry, which is a Regionally Important Geological Site. Well-preserved ridge and furrow pasture also contributes to the landscape.
While specific dedicated mountain biking trails are not extensively detailed, the varied terrain around Dunton Bassett may offer some off-road cycling opportunities. For potential routes, consult the guide MTB Trails around Dunton Bassett.
Dunton Bassett offers routes suitable for jogging and running. These trails allow for exploration of the local rural environment. Information on specific routes can be found in the guide Running Trails around Dunton Bassett.
For local information, including community news and details on local amenities, the Dunton Bassett Parish Council website is a primary resource. The official website is duntonbassett.org.uk.
The network of Public Rights of Way in Dunton Bassett provides paths suitable for leisurely walks and rides, which can be enjoyed by families. The 'Easy hikes' guide may offer suitable options for families. For specific family-friendly cycling, consider the Traffic-free bike rides around Dunton Bassett guide.
Cycling routes in Dunton Bassett traverse a rural landscape characterized by areas of grassland, mesotrophic grassland, and well-preserved ridge and furrow pasture. The terrain generally offers opportunities for exploring the Leicestershire countryside.

