Shaw Cum Donnington is a region in West Berkshire, England, characterized by rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and serene waterways. The area features the River Lambourn, a chalk stream, and expanses of heathland and woodland like Snelsmore Common. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, and more. Public footpaths across barley fields also contribute to the diverse landscape of Shaw Cum Donnington.
Shaw Cum Donnington…
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198
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6.17km
01:40
80m
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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9.65km
02:37
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.40km
01:10
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.88km
01:02
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
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57.8km
03:51
410m
410m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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53.0km
04:05
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90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.8km
02:42
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.2km
01:25
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150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
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37.7km
01:31
220m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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17.4km
00:49
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120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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65.4km
03:44
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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25
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20.2km
02:14
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.21km
00:52
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.37km
00:21
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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. 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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11
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26.7km
01:54
180m
180m
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. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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43.0km
03:16
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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38.8km
02:50
110m
110m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.7km
02:14
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. 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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Shaw Cum Donnington offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 46 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars. More than 14,000 visitors have explored the area using komoot.
Shaw Cum Donnington features 23 hiking routes, with options ranging from riverside paths along the River Lambourn to trails through Snelsmore Common. Routes often incorporate historical landmarks such as Donnington Castle. For detailed options, consult the Hiking around Shaw Cum Donnington guide.
Yes, Shaw Cum Donnington offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The landscape of rolling hills and quiet roads provides scenic cycling opportunities. Specific routes can be found in the Cycling around Shaw Cum Donnington guide.
Cycling routes in Shaw Cum Donnington traverse varied terrain, including rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and gentle riverside paths along the River Lambourn. Public footpaths across barley fields also contribute to the diverse landscape. This mix offers options for different cycling preferences.
Shaw Cum Donnington has mountain biking opportunities, particularly within ancient woodlands and heathland areas like Snelsmore Common. One mountain biking route is currently available. For more information, refer to the MTB Trails around Shaw Cum Donnington guide.
Donnington Castle, a partially ruined 14th-century castle, is a prominent historical landmark in Shaw Cum Donnington. Shaw House, an Elizabethan house from 1581, is another notable site. These historical locations are often integrated into local hiking and cycling routes.
Yes, Shaw Cum Donnington offers routes suitable for various ability levels, including easy options. The gentle riverside paths along the River Lambourn are suitable for touring cycling and walking. An Easy hikes around Shaw Cum Donnington guide is available.
The region is characterized by rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and the serene River Lambourn, a chalk stream. Snelsmore Common provides an expanse of heathland and woodland, known for diverse habitats. Rack Marsh Nature Reserve, within Snelsmore Common, is a wet nature reserve rich in birdlife.
Komoot offers several guides for Shaw Cum Donnington, including Cycling around Shaw Cum Donnington, Hiking around Shaw Cum Donnington, and Road Cycling Routes around Shaw Cum Donnington. Guides for Mountain biking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Easy hikes are also available.
The official website for the Shaw Cum Donnington Parish Council is shawcumdonningtonparish.gov.uk. For general inquiries, the Parish Clerk can be reached at 07419 323252.
Yes, Shaw Cum Donnington offers 5 dedicated road cycling routes. The area's quiet roads and scenic countryside are suitable for road cyclists. Detailed routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Shaw Cum Donnington guide.
Routes in Shaw Cum Donnington have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 1,100 community reviews. The high average indicates a positive experience for most visitors.

