Ashford, a region in the heart of Kent, England, presents a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Its geography features expansive natural beauty, including the chalk grasslands and ancient woodlands of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and the unique heathland of Hothfield Common. The area also incorporates accessible green spaces like the Ashford Green Corridor, providing varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Ashford offers a wide array…
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345
hikers
7.58km
02:07
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140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.6km
05:22
310m
310m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.4km
02:50
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160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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18.2km
04:44
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120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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20
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32.8km
01:54
150m
150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.3km
02:28
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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59.3km
03:43
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440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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61.1km
03:34
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
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74.5km
03:41
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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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63.6km
02:52
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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105km
04:22
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400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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runners
7.58km
00:54
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.4km
01:06
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
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21.8km
01:54
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.0km
02:23
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.9km
02:22
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.6km
02:35
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20.0km
01:29
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:52
530m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.4km
01:54
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.6km
02:18
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ashford offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features over 1,600 routes for exploration. These activities take place across diverse landscapes such as the Kent Downs National Landscape and Hothfield Common.
Yes, Ashford provides hiking trails suitable for various skill levels. Options range from easy walks within the Ashford Green Corridor to more challenging routes in the Kent Downs. Specific guides like Easy hikes around Ashford are available.
Ashford features numerous popular hiking trails, with over 450 routes available for hiking. Notable areas include Kings Wood, Hothfield Common, and sections of the North Downs Way. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Ashford guide.
Ashford offers a wide range of cycling routes, including options for Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. There are nearly 500 routes specifically for road cycling and over 280 for touring. The Ashford Green Corridor and National Cycle Route 18 provide accessible paths.
Ashford has several family-friendly outdoor options, including routes marked as 'family_friendly' in highlight categories. The Ashford Green Corridor Nature Reserve offers accessible paths suitable for leisurely walks and bike rides. Conningbrook Lakes Country Park and Ashford Community Woodland are also good choices for families.
Yes, Ashford features accessible green spaces with surfaced paths suitable for individuals with mobility issues, including wheelchair users. The Ashford Green Corridor is one such area designed to improve accessibility. Look for routes categorized as 'wheelchair_accessible' for specific options.
Ashford is home to several natural landmarks and viewpoints. The Kent Downs National Landscape offers extensive scenic views. The Wye Crown Viewpoint provides panoramic vistas across the Romney Marshes. Hothfield Common is a unique heathland, and Kings Wood is an ancient woodland.
Ashford features more than 1,600 routes for various outdoor activities. These routes have received an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from over 2,200 ratings. More than 19,000 visitors have explored the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for specific sports in Ashford. These include Hiking around Ashford, Road Cycling Routes around Ashford, and Running Trails around Ashford. Guides for touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking are also available.
The official website for information regarding Ashford is ashford.gov.uk. This resource provides details about local services and the region. For specific outdoor activity information, komoot guides offer detailed route planning.
Ashford offers mountain biking opportunities, with a dedicated guide for trails in the region. While fewer in number compared to hiking or road cycling, there are nearly 20 routes available for mountain biking. Consult the MTB Trails around Ashford guide for specific routes.
Yes, Ashford provides numerous routes suitable for jogging and running. Over 400 routes are available for jogging, utilizing the extensive network of paths within the region. The Ashford Green Corridor and Kings Wood offer varied terrain for runners, as detailed in Running Trails around Ashford.

