Ipstones, a region in the Staffordshire Moorlands, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by rolling hills, verdant countryside, and quiet river valleys, providing varied terrain for exploration. Natural features like Ipstones Edge, the Churnet Valley, and the Manifold Valley contribute to the region's appeal for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more. Patches of woodland and areas around Tittesworth Reservoir also offer different environments for outdoor pursuits.
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.8
(13)
87
riders
35.2km
02:10
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
32
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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78
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22.9km
01:21
210m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
26.9km
01:38
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(14)
66
hikers
10.3km
02:48
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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61
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9.89km
02:42
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
hikers
15.4km
04:22
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
hikers
11.6km
03:10
170m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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81
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48.3km
02:47
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
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45.8km
02:44
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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28.2km
01:51
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31
riders
51.1km
02:49
850m
860m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29
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20.7km
01:00
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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15
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43.6km
02:18
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

14
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47.5km
02:33
560m
560m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
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14
runners
18.8km
02:14
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.58km
00:36
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.09km
01:02
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
37.7km
02:39
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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37.7km
02:48
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
24.6km
02:05
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
28.2km
01:56
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ipstones offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Touring cycling. The region features diverse landscapes such as rolling hills, river valleys, and woodlands. More than 90 routes are available across these sports.
Ipstones features 96 routes for various outdoor activities. These routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. More than 6,500 visitors have explored and rated these routes on komoot.
Ipstones offers 56 hiking routes, ranging from easy riverside strolls to more challenging circular walks. Popular options include trails around the Caldon Canal, River Churnet, and through pastoral farmland. For detailed information, refer to the Hiking around Ipstones guide.
Yes, Ipstones provides easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. These often include riverside paths and gentle walks through the countryside. The Easy hikes around Ipstones guide offers specific recommendations.
Mountain biking trails in Ipstones cater to different skill levels, with options in areas like the Manifold Valley. Routes can range from gentle paths to more challenging graded trails. The MTB Trails around Ipstones guide provides comprehensive information.
Yes, Ipstones is suitable for road cycling, with routes navigating the region's rolling hills and scenic countryside. The terrain offers varied experiences for cyclists. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Ipstones guide.
Ipstones offers 15 dedicated jogging routes, including trails used for local events like the 'Ipstones 5ish'. These trails often feature a mix of fields, woods, and roads with varying elevation gains. The Running Trails around Ipstones guide lists available options.
Key natural features include Ipstones Edge, a mountain summit offering extensive views, and the quiet Churnet Valley. The nearby Manifold Valley features Thor's Cave and the village of Milldale. Tittesworth Reservoir and various woodlands also contribute to the scenic landscape.
Komoot offers several guides for Ipstones, covering various activities. These include guides for Hiking, MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Easy Hikes, Running Trails, Gravel Biking, and General Cycling.
The official website for Ipstones Parish Council is ipstonesparishcouncil.gov.uk. A contact phone number is +447973522861. This information can be used for general inquiries related to the local area.
Yes, Ipstones offers routes suitable for gravel biking, combining paved and unpaved surfaces through varied terrain. These routes provide a mix of road and off-road cycling experiences. The Gravel biking around Ipstones guide details specific options.
Ipstones Edge is a prominent mountain summit in the region, reaching an elevation of 1,266 feet (386 meters). It offers extensive vistas of the surrounding Staffordshire Moorlands. The area is managed by the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust.
Yes, Ipstones features numerous circular walks that allow explorers to start and finish at the same point. These routes often traverse pastoral farmland, river valleys, and woodlands. Many hiking routes in the area are designed as circular trails.

