Ashbourne, a region in Derbyshire, is positioned on the southern edge of the Peak District National Park. Its diverse landscape features limestone dales, dramatic gorges such as Dovedale, rolling hills, and river valleys, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This area is well-suited for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more, offering both accessible routes and more challenging ascents.
Ashbourne offers more than 300 routes across several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more. More than 14,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars for activities in Ashbourne. Hikers can explore limestone dales and river valleys, including routes through Dovedale, or utilize traffic-free paths like the Tissington Trail. For cyclists, the Tissington Trail provides over 13 miles (21 km) of easy-gradient cycling, while road cyclists can navigate rolling hills and picturesque valleys. Runners can enjoy varied terrain through plantations, open parkland, and scenic river valleys. Discover more about specific activities with guides such as Hiking around Ashbourne, Cycling around Ashbourne, and Running Trails around Ashbourne.
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43.9km
03:01
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:25
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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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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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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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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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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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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80
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31.4km
03:17
280m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. 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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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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02:14
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very 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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Ashbourne offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features diverse terrain from limestone dales to river valleys. More than 300 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.56 stars.
Ashbourne provides access to various hiking trails, including routes through Dovedale with its limestone landscapes. The Tissington Trail offers a traffic-free path for walkers. For more detailed information, refer to the Hiking around Ashbourne guide.
Ashbourne is a base for both touring and road cycling. The Tissington Trail offers over 13 miles (21 km) of traffic-free cycling. Road cyclists can explore rolling hills and river valleys. Guides like Cycling around Ashbourne and Road Cycling Routes around Ashbourne provide further details.
Ashbourne offers easy, family-friendly routes, particularly along the Tissington Trail, which is a converted railway line providing accessible, traffic-free paths. Limestone dales and river valleys also feature gentle routes. The Easy hikes around Ashbourne guide can assist in planning.
Ashbourne is known as the "Gateway to Dovedale," famous for its dramatic limestone gorges and the River Dove. The Tissington Trail is another notable feature, offering views of ancient woodlands and drystone walls. The region also includes the River Manifold Valley.
Runners can utilize the varied terrain around Ashbourne, which includes established plantations, open parkland, and scenic river valleys. Routes generally feature moderate elevation changes. The Running Trails around Ashbourne guide provides specific route information.
The Tissington Trail is a scenic, traffic-free route built on a former railway line. It offers over 13 miles (21 km) of easy-gradient path through countryside, featuring ancient woodlands and drystone walls. It is suitable for walking, cycling, and connects with the High Peak Trail.
Ashbourne is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 14,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Ashbourne, including Hiking around Ashbourne, Cycling around Ashbourne, and Running Trails around Ashbourne. There are also guides for Road Cycling, Gravel Biking, Easy Hikes, and MTB Trails.
Official tourism information for Ashbourne can be found on the Ashbourne Town Council website. For direct inquiries, the Ashbourne Tourist Information Centre can be reached at 01335 343666.
Yes, Ashbourne provides options for mountain biking. The region's varied terrain, including parts of the Peak District National Park, offers trails suitable for MTB. The MTB Trails around Ashbourne guide lists specific routes.
The terrain around Ashbourne is diverse, featuring limestone dales, dramatic gorges, rolling hills, and river valleys. It offers a mix of gentle gradients on converted railway lines and more challenging ascents in the Derbyshire Dales.

