Meldreth, a region in South Cambridgeshire, is characterized by its flattish chalkland terrain and tranquil rural setting. The area is situated in the valley of the River Rhee, with waterways like the River Mel and River Shep contributing to its natural landscape. This environment provides a suitable backdrop for several outdoor activities, including road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
Meldreth offers a variety of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. There are more than…
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10
riders
40.7km
02:54
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
riders
99.8km
07:24
550m
550m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54.3km
03:17
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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356
riders
43.1km
01:47
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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35.2km
01:25
70m
70m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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73
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55.0km
02:13
270m
270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.7km
01:56
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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157
riders
42.2km
02:26
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.6km
02:16
80m
80m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.3km
01:33
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
riders
39.1km
02:14
80m
80m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38
runners
9.72km
01:01
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.64km
00:47
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.5km
01:18
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
13.0km
01:21
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
hikers
16.1km
04:06
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.4km
03:39
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
5.62km
01:25
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
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53.6km
03:53
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.7km
01:58
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.3km
02:45
200m
200m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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3
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34.5km
02:16
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Meldreth offers a variety of outdoor activities including road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, hiking, and gravel biking. The region has over 50 routes available across these sports.
Yes, Meldreth is well-suited for road cycling with numerous routes on paved surfaces and quiet country lanes. Routes vary in length and elevation. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Meldreth guide.
Meldreth offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options that can be enjoyed by families. The flattish chalkland terrain and quiet country lanes contribute to accessible cycling experiences. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the general cycling guides.
Yes, some cycling routes around Meldreth include unpaved segments suitable for mountain biking. Dedicated options for off-road enthusiasts are available. Consult the MTB Trails around Meldreth guide for specific routes.
Meldreth provides opportunities for jogging with a variety of running trails. These include loops from Melbourn and Shepreth, ranging from easy paved surfaces to more challenging routes. The Running Trails around Meldreth guide details available options.
Yes, Meldreth has access to 10 miles of footpaths, providing excellent opportunities for hiking. Routes explore local footpaths and riverside habitats. Guides like Hiking around Meldreth and Easy hikes around Meldreth offer specific options.
Meldreth's landscape features the River Rhee valley, with the River Mel and River Shep providing picturesque riverside habitats. The area is characterized by flattish chalkland and open fields, along with natural reserves like Melwood.
Meldreth is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot. More than 13,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars for the routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Meldreth, including Road Cycling Routes around Meldreth, Cycling around Meldreth, MTB Trails around Meldreth, Running Trails around Meldreth, Hiking around Meldreth, Easy hikes around Meldreth, and Gravel biking around Meldreth.
The official website for Meldreth is the Meldreth Parish Council website. It can be accessed at www.meldreth-pc.org.uk.
The phone number for the Meldreth Parish Clerk is 01763 269928. The Clerk is available Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 2:30 pm.

