Tickencote is a village situated in Rutland, characterized by its deeply rural, pastoral, and wooded landscape. The area features gently rolling hills, broadleaved woodlands, and the River Gwash valley, providing a tranquil setting for outdoor pursuits. This geography makes Tickencote suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Tickencote offers numerous routes for outdoor activities, catering to various interests and skill levels. More than 27,000 visitors have explored the area,…
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4.7
(53)
401
riders
35.8km
02:21
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(46)
372
riders
63.8km
03:59
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
38
riders
15.2km
00:49
70m
70m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
26
riders
21.5km
01:16
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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22
hikers
9.84km
02:37
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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379
hikers
7.82km
02:00
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
hikers
7.92km
02:07
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
hikers
11.7km
03:07
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32
runners
5.48km
00:34
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
runners
6.06km
00:38
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
13.4km
01:26
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
11.3km
01:12
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
84.2km
04:24
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

57
riders
48.9km
02:08
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

49
riders
36.1km
01:28
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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39
riders
24.8km
01:11
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(11)
187
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
30.2km
01:33
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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18
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
34.7km
02:02
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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14
riders
108km
06:26
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Tickencote offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region's rural landscape with rolling hills and woodlands provides diverse terrain for these pursuits. More than 27,000 visitors have explored routes in the area, which hold an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars.
Tickencote is a key point on the Rutland Round footpath, a 65-mile (105 km) circular route. Sections of this path are accessible for hiking, along with trails in nearby areas like Ketton Quarry Nature Reserve. For more information on local routes, consult the Hiking around Tickencote guide.
Tickencote is part of National Cycle Route 63 (NCR 63), providing long-distance cycling opportunities. Routes extend towards Stamford and connect to the wider Rutland area, including the popular Rutland Water loop. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Tickencote guide.
While specific mountain biking trails are not detailed directly within Tickencote village, the broader Rutland region, particularly around Rutland Water, offers extensive mountain biking opportunities. These trails cater to various skill levels. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Tickencote guide.
Tickencote offers sections of the Rutland Round footpath that are suitable for leisurely walks, and the tranquil countryside provides accessible trails for various skill levels. For specific easy routes, refer to the Easy hikes around Tickencote guide.
Tickencote is home to several notable natural features, including Tickencote Marsh, a 3-hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Bloody Oaks Quarry, another SSSI, is known for its unique flora. The River Gwash also flows through the area, adding to the natural landscape.
St Peter's Church in Tickencote is famous for its superb Norman chancel arch and an unusual chancel roof vault. This historical church is a significant point of interest for those interested in history and architecture within the village.
The Rutland Round footpath, which passes through Tickencote, offers accessible trails suitable for jogging. The rural landscape provides a peaceful setting for runners. More information on routes can be found in the Running Trails around Tickencote guide.
Routes in Tickencote have received an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars from komoot users. This high rating reflects the positive experiences of more than 27,000 visitors who have explored the area's outdoor activities.
The official community website for Tickencote is www.tickencote.net. This website serves as an online repository for village archives and provides information about the church and local life.
The broader Rutland area, including regions around Tickencote, offers opportunities for gravel biking. The mix of paved and unpaved surfaces through tranquil countryside is suitable for this activity. Consult the Gravel biking around Tickencote guide for specific routes.
The Rutland Round footpath is a 65-mile (105 km) circular route that traverses the perimeter of Rutland county. It passes directly through Tickencote, offering accessible trails for walkers and joggers to experience the scenic countryside.

