Iron Acton, a village in South Gloucestershire, England, features a rural landscape characterized by open fields, hedgerows, and stone boundary walls. The area's natural scarp creates varied land levels, while ancient woodlands like Chilwood and the River Frome contribute to its diverse natural beauty. This setting provides a suitable environment for several outdoor activities, including road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, and more. The region's connection to wider regional trails further enhances its appeal for outdoor enthusiasts.
106
Routes
4.7
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Average rating
1694
People visited

4.7
(6)
33
riders
38.7km
02:23
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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133
riders
58.9km
03:38
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(15)
131
riders
32.5km
01:57
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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53
riders
26.8km
01:40
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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24
riders
79.4km
03:48
790m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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60
riders
55.4km
02:35
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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58
riders
34.7km
01:34
240m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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40
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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62
runners
8.69km
00:54
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
19.7km
02:04
130m
130m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
21.4km
02:12
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
10.3km
01:04
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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16
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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9
riders
21.5km
01:28
230m
230m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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10
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
riders
41.0km
02:51
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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9
riders
39.9km
02:40
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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16
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
riders
38.6km
02:28
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
39.0km
02:20
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Iron Acton provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 230 routes across these sports. Over 18,000 visitors have explored the area, contributing to an average route rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
Iron Acton offers routes for both road cycling and touring cycling, with access to sections of the Bristol-Bath Railway Path. Komoot provides specific guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Iron Acton and Cycling around Iron Acton. The terrain includes rural roads, fields, and hedgerows.
Yes, Iron Acton features hiking trails through its rural landscape and natural areas. Notable locations include Chilwood, an Ancient Woodland with permissive paths, and areas along the River Frome. Komoot offers guides like Hiking around Iron Acton, which detail available routes.
Iron Acton's rural character, with its winding roads and natural features, creates suitable environments for jogging. The area offers 15 dedicated jogging routes. For more details, refer to the Running Trails around Iron Acton guide on Komoot.
Yes, Iron Acton provides trails for both mountain biking and gravel biking. There are 6 mountain biking routes and 4 easy mountain biking (gravel biking) routes available. Information on these can be found in the MTB Trails around Iron Acton and Gravel biking around Iron Acton guides.
Iron Acton includes family-friendly routes among its offerings. These routes are generally suitable for a wider range of ages and skill levels. Specific details on family-friendly options can often be found within the various sport-specific guides on Komoot.
Iron Acton is characterized by an attractive open landscape of fields, hedgerows, and stone boundary walls. Notable natural features include Chilwood, an Ancient Woodland, and the River Frome which flows through the village. The area also has historical sites like Acton Court and remnants of industrial sites reclaimed by nature.
Iron Acton is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on Komoot, with more than 18,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's routes have received over 1,400 ratings, averaging 4.38 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Iron Acton, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes around Iron Acton, Cycling around Iron Acton, Running Trails around Iron Acton, Hiking around Iron Acton, Easy hikes around Iron Acton, MTB Trails around Iron Acton, and Gravel biking around Iron Acton.
The official website for the local community of Iron Acton is ironacton-pc.gov.uk. This site provides information relevant to the parish council and local area.
A direct official phone number for the region of Iron Acton is not readily available. However, the local dialing code for the area is 01454. For specific local establishments, contact information may be available on their individual websites.
Yes, Iron Acton offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. These routes allow for exploration of the rural landscape and natural features. The Easy hikes around Iron Acton guide on Komoot provides specific details.

