Withnell is a village in Lancashire, England, characterized by serene landscapes and a commitment to preserving its natural heritage, offering diverse outdoor opportunities. The area features the Withnell Local Nature Reserve, established along a disused railway line, and connects to the broader West Pennine Moors. These natural features provide varied terrain for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Withnell offers more than 100 routes for outdoor enthusiasts across several sports…
110
Routes
4.6
(395)
Average rating
3213
People visited

4.7
(17)
57
riders
43.5km
03:30
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(7)
24
riders
27.8km
02:16
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
(8)
16
riders
10.7km
00:56
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(16)
57
riders
26.1km
02:14
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
128km
05:54
1,160m
1,160m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

47
riders
94.9km
04:40
1,280m
1,280m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(6)
50
riders
37.1km
02:00
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

24
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(104)
469
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(48)
148
hikers
13.4km
03:48
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(37)
246
hikers
12.0km
03:23
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(18)
128
hikers
5.53km
01:25
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
211
runners
26.3km
03:08
550m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

102
runners
10.8km
01:16
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

93
runners
15.9km
01:52
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
runners
19.0km
02:12
450m
450m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
13
riders
24.8km
02:00
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
21
riders
32.9km
02:15
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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3.0
(1)
14
riders
10.2km
00:57
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
19.0km
01:26
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
9
riders
26.1km
01:40
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
8
riders
44.5km
03:00
460m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Withnell offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 125 routes, with an average rating of 4.51 stars from more than 33,000 visitors.
Hiking trails in Withnell often utilize the paths of the Withnell Local Nature Reserve and connect to the broader West Pennine Moors. For a comprehensive overview, explore the Hiking around Withnell guide.
Yes, Withnell offers family-friendly routes, particularly within the Withnell Local Nature Reserve which provides accessible paths. A dedicated guide, Family-friendly hikes around Withnell, highlights suitable options.
Withnell provides several dog-friendly hiking options, allowing visitors to explore the natural landscapes with their pets. Specific routes and advice can be found in the Dog-friendly hikes around Withnell guide.
Withnell offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking, often utilizing disused railway lines for smoother rides. Explore options with the Cycling around Withnell guide, or specific guides for Road Cycling Routes and Gravel biking.
While the immediate village offers gentler paths, the proximity to the West Pennine Moors provides opportunities for more rugged mountain biking. Information on suitable trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Withnell guide.
The Withnell Local Nature Reserve is a significant natural feature established along a disused railway line, stretching approximately 600 yards (550 meters). It is rich in wildflowers, native trees, and wildlife, serving as a conservation area and wildlife corridor.
Yes, Withnell offers easy routes, particularly along the disused railway lines within the Local Nature Reserve, which provide relatively flat terrain. The Easy hikes around Withnell guide provides suitable options for beginners.
Withnell's disused railway lines offer smooth, scenic routes ideal for jogging and running. The Running Trails around Withnell guide provides a selection of routes for runners.
Withnell is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 33,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Withnell, including Hiking around Withnell, Dog-friendly hikes around Withnell, and Cycling around Withnell. Other guides cover family-friendly hikes, MTB trails, running trails, and specific cycling types.
Some hiking trails in Withnell are accessible via public transport. For specific routes that start near bus stations, consult the Hikes from bus stations around Withnell guide.
The primary natural feature is the Withnell Local Nature Reserve, which offers diverse wildlife, wildflowers, and native trees along a disused railway line. The area also connects to the extensive West Pennine Moors, providing varied landscapes.

