Shepshed is a region in northwest Leicestershire, situated within the Charnwood Borough, offering a varied landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by ancient woodlands, rolling hills, and serene reservoirs, providing diverse terrain. Natural features like Charnwood Forest and Blackbrook Reservoir contribute to its appeal for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, hiking, and more.
Shepshed provides access to more than 100 routes across several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, jogging,…
99
Routes
4.3
(135)
Average rating
1312
People visited

4.7
(11)
41
riders
36.3km
02:41
410m
410m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(6)
48
riders
34.1km
02:21
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
22
riders
44.6km
02:25
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
12
riders
29.8km
02:03
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(49)
162
hikers
12.8km
03:29
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(15)
38
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
17
hikers
6.70km
01:44
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
36
hikers
11.0km
02:58
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(5)
60
riders
40.5km
02:18
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(5)
8
riders
19.3km
01:08
140m
140m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
11
riders
17.8km
01:15
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
8
riders
26.9km
01:34
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
34
riders
54.9km
03:55
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
riders
46.5km
02:56
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
12
riders
44.0km
02:38
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
24.3km
01:26
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
runners
15.1km
01:34
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
9.57km
01:01
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
12.3km
01:17
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
13.2km
01:22
90m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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33
riders
60.3km
02:35
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
31.2km
01:24
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

36
riders
67.7km
02:44
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
33.9km
01:35
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Shepshed offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 115 routes, with an average rating of 4.57 stars from over 28,000 visitors. Diverse landscapes like ancient woodlands and rolling hills provide varied terrain for these pursuits.
Shepshed provides access to several mountain biking opportunities, including routes in Charnwood Forest. Hicks Lodge offers cycle routes for all abilities, such as the Shell Brook trail. Bardon Hill features a downhill area with routes graded from blue to black diamond. More information can be found in the MTB Trails around Shepshed guide.
Yes, Shepshed offers options suitable for beginners. Hicks Lodge, a transformed former coal mining site, provides cycle routes for all abilities. The Garendon Trail, while also suitable for other cycling, features dirt and gravel surfaces accessible for mountain bikes. For gravel biking, a dedicated guide is available: Gravel biking around Shepshed.
Road cyclists can find routes with mostly paved surfaces throughout the Shepshed area. The Garendon Trail, a local section of National Cycle Route 6, offers a traffic-free path between Shepshed and Loughborough. Explore more options in the Road Cycling Routes around Shepshed guide.
Shepshed features a network of public footpaths extending into the surrounding countryside. Easy hiking trails traverse ancient woodlands, rolling hills, and reservoirs, including paths alongside the Black Brook. Charnwood Forest offers more challenging hikes with its craggy terrain. Refer to the Hiking around Shepshed and Easy hikes around Shepshed guides for specific routes.
Shepshed provides numerous jogging opportunities, with 36 dedicated jogging routes available on komoot. Popular routes include those around Blackbrook Reservoir and Mount St Bernard Abbey. The area's network of public footpaths and trails through woodlands and along waterways is suitable for runners. A guide for Running Trails around Shepshed is available.
Shepshed is characterized by ancient woodlands, rolling hills, and serene reservoirs. Notable features include Charnwood Forest, known for its craggy hills and rocky outcrops. Blackbrook Reservoir, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, offers picturesque views and is surrounded by woodlands. Garendon Park also features extensive parkland and a lake.
Shepshed is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with over 28,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's 115 routes have received an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users exploring the area.
Komoot offers several guides for exploring Shepshed, including MTB Trails around Shepshed, Road Cycling Routes around Shepshed, and Hiking around Shepshed. Additional guides cover running, easy hikes, touring cycling, and gravel biking. These resources provide detailed information for planning outdoor adventures.
The official website for Shepshed Town Council is shepshedtowncouncil.org. For direct inquiries, the phone number for Shepshed Town Council is +441509508872. These resources can provide further information about the local area.
Shepshed offers 34 touring cycling routes, providing options for exploring the region at a relaxed pace. The Garendon Trail, part of National Cycle Route 6, is a traffic-free path suitable for touring. A dedicated guide for Cycling around Shepshed is available to help plan routes.
The Garendon Trail is a local section of National Cycle Route 6, providing a traffic-free path between Shepshed and Loughborough. It features dirt and gravel surfaces, making it suitable for mountain bikes and gravel bikes, as well as road cycling. The trail offers a relaxed option for various cycling activities.

