Clapton-In-Gordano, a region in North Somerset, England, is situated within the Gordano Valley, a designated National Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. This area features a diverse landscape of ancient woodlands, wet meadows, and fen habitats, alongside the distinctive rhynes of the North Somerset Levels. Its varied topography and natural features provide a suitable setting for several outdoor activities like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Clapton-In-Gordano offers a range…
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10
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25.1km
02:00
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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39.4km
02:48
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. 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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28.7km
01:46
210m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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347
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47.9km
02:11
130m
130m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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66.7km
03:05
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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29.5km
01:22
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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80.2km
03:41
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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343
riders
29.2km
01:51
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.8km
01:23
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
riders
36.1km
02:22
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50
runners
24.2km
02:52
300m
300m
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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runners
44.6km
05:15
660m
660m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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11.4km
01:20
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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45
hikers
7.41km
02:06
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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63
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40.0km
02:13
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.2km
01:24
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.1km
01:00
190m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Clapton-In-Gordano offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region has 11 routes available across these sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars from more than 43,000 visitors.
Clapton-In-Gordano features several road cycling routes suitable for various abilities. The area is part of the Avon Cycleway, offering a mix of flat sections and moderate elevation changes. Specific routes can be explored in the Road Cycling Routes around Clapton-In-Gordano guide.
Mountain biking trails are available in the Clapton-In-Gordano area. While the Gordano Valley offers varied terrain, dedicated trails can be found nearby, such as within the Ashton Court estate. Information on routes is available in the MTB Trails around Clapton-In-Gordano guide.
Clapton-In-Gordano provides extensive walking routes through ancient woodlands, wet meadows, and fen habitats. The 'Clapton Circuit' is a recommended walk that explores Clapton Moor. More hiking options are detailed in the Hiking around Clapton-In-Gordano guide.
The region offers routes suitable for families, particularly traffic-free paths like The Strawberry Line, which follows a former railway line. These routes are generally flat and accessible for all ages. The North Somerset Levels also provide gentle terrain for touring cyclists.
Clapton-In-Gordano is situated within the Gordano Valley, a National Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. It features diverse landscapes including ancient woodlands, wet meadows, grasslands, fen habitats, and distinctive rhynes (drainage ditches). Clapton Moor is a significant nature reserve within the area.
Clapton-In-Gordano is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 43,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars from over 2,000 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Clapton-In-Gordano. These include guides for Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, MTB Trails, Hiking, Easy Hikes, Running Trails, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for Clapton-In-Gordano is claptoningordanopc.org.uk. This site provides information related to the local parish council and community.
The cycling terrain in Clapton-In-Gordano is varied, encompassing the North Somerset Levels with flat sections and areas with moderate elevation changes within the Gordano Valley. Routes can include paved roads, gravel paths, and some off-road trails. This diversity caters to different cycling preferences and skill levels.
Yes, Clapton-In-Gordano offers easy routes suitable for beginners, particularly for hiking and touring cycling. The flat sections of the Gordano Valley and designated traffic-free paths provide accessible options. The Easy Hikes around Clapton-In-Gordano guide highlights some of these less challenging options.
Touring cycling is a popular activity in Clapton-In-Gordano, with routes exploring the varied topography of the Gordano Valley and the North Somerset Levels. These routes often feature a mix of flat sections and moderate climbs. The Cycling around Clapton-In-Gordano guide provides more details on touring options.
Clapton-In-Gordano has a rich history, with historical sites including 13th-century churches and Iron Age hillforts. Roman coin hoards have been discovered in the village. The Black Horse pub, a 17th-century inn, also holds historical significance, having once served as a magistrate's jail.

