Spelsbury is a village located in West Oxfordshire, within the Cotswolds National Landscape. The region is characterized by gently rolling hills and a landscape shaped by its history as part of the Royal Hunting Forest of Wychwood. Watercourses like Coldron Brook and Taston Brook flow through the area, contributing to the natural setting. This environment provides opportunities for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Spelsbury offers a range of…
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20
riders
34.7km
02:34
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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48
riders
27.9km
02:04
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
riders
33.9km
02:24
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
riders
30.7km
02:18
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
riders
106km
05:50
1,220m
1,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44
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48.6km
02:26
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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35
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35.6km
01:51
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23
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56.5km
02:48
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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7
riders
87.6km
05:43
1,060m
1,060m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38
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43.8km
02:39
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
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37.4km
02:21
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.0km
03:01
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
hikers
5.97km
01:34
40m
50m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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56
hikers
9.56km
02:32
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47
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8.64km
02:17
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
hikers
11.1km
02:57
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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58
runners
6.51km
00:41
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.60km
00:49
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.53km
00:31
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.31km
00:58
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
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33.4km
02:12
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
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31.0km
01:50
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

5
riders
46.2km
02:46
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Spelsbury offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 8 routes across these sports, providing options for different interests and skill levels. These routes are set within the gently rolling hills of the Cotswolds National Landscape.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity in Spelsbury. While specific named trails are not detailed, the area's gently rolling hills and tracks provide suitable terrain for mountain biking. Users can explore available routes and plan their rides using the MTB Trails around Spelsbury guide.
Spelsbury offers several hiking routes, with 7 routes specifically categorized for hiking. These routes utilize the area's good footpaths and tracks, often traversing through gently rolling hills. A recommended circuit is approximately 9 miles (14.5 km) long, starting in Spelsbury and passing through Dean, Chadlington, and Charlbury. More information can be found in the Hiking around Spelsbury guide.
Spelsbury offers options suitable for families, particularly with its range of hiking and cycling routes. The gently rolling hills provide accessible terrain for various activities. The Easy hikes around Spelsbury guide can assist in finding less strenuous options.
The Spelsbury area, with its network of footpaths and tracks, generally allows for dog walking. It is advisable to keep dogs under control, especially near livestock, and to follow local signage regarding leash requirements. Specific rules for each route may vary, so checking individual route details is recommended.
Outdoor routes in Spelsbury are well-regarded on komoot. The region has attracted more than 29,000 visitors who have shared their experiences. The average rating for routes in Spelsbury is 4.53 out of 5 stars, based on over 2,900 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Spelsbury to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for MTB Trails, Hiking, Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, Easy Hikes, Running Trails, and Gravel Biking.
Spelsbury is situated within the Cotswolds National Landscape, characterized by gently rolling hills and a landscape historically part of the Royal Hunting Forest of Wychwood. Two watercourses, Coldron Brook and Taston Brook, flow through the parish, merging into the River Evenlode. The area features extensive footpaths and tracks through its natural environment.
Official information regarding the Spelsbury parish can be found on the Spelsbury Parish Council website. The official website is spelsbury-pc.gov.uk. For direct contact, the Parish Clerk can be reached at 07712 003627.
Yes, Spelsbury offers easy hiking options suitable for those seeking less strenuous walks. The region's gently rolling hills and well-maintained footpaths contribute to accessible routes. The Easy hikes around Spelsbury guide provides specific routes tailored for easier exploration.
Spelsbury supports various cycling activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The countryside roads are suitable for road cycling, while the broader network of tracks and paths accommodates mountain and gravel biking. Guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Spelsbury and Gravel biking around Spelsbury offer route suggestions.
Yes, gravel biking is an activity available in Spelsbury. The region's mix of countryside roads and tracks provides suitable terrain for gravel cyclists. Users can find specific routes and plan their gravel biking adventures using the Gravel biking around Spelsbury guide.

