Downholland is a civil parish located in the southwestern corner of West Lancashire, England. This region features flat, fertile agricultural lands, intersected by brooks and ditches, alongside historical waterways like the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The gentle terrain and distinctive landscape make Downholland suitable for several outdoor activities, including road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Downholland offers more than 10 routes across several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and mountain…
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4.8
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296
riders
126km
05:26
550m
550m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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47
riders
51.6km
02:09
90m
90m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

45
riders
26.4km
01:01
40m
40m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

39
riders
23.5km
01:20
40m
40m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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54
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.3km
01:37
50m
50m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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23.6km
01:13
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.4km
00:58
20m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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57
hikers
7.38km
01:52
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.5km
02:40
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.07km
01:17
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
hikers
9.23km
02:20
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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75
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
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38.1km
02:19
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
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24.7km
01:25
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
riders
56.7km
03:15
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
runners
8.11km
00:52
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
9.14km
00:57
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
32.1km
03:19
50m
50m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
7.57km
00:47
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Downholland offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features 16 routes across these sports, catering to various interests.
Downholland is characterized by predominantly flat, fertile agricultural lands, intersected by brooks and ditches. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal provides accessible towpaths, and gentle elevations like Clieves Hill offer panoramic views.
Yes, Downholland provides several road cycling routes, often utilizing quiet country lanes and well-paved surfaces. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Downholland guide.
Hiking trails in Downholland explore the agricultural lowlands and canal towpaths. For detailed options, consult the Hiking around Downholland guide.
Yes, the flat landscape of Downholland is well-suited for easy and family-friendly activities. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpaths are particularly good for casual cycling and walking. Specific easy hiking options are available in the Easy hikes around Downholland guide.
Key points of interest include the historic Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which offers scenic towpath routes. Clieves Hill provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The agricultural fields themselves contribute to the tranquil rural charm.
Downholland's routes are popular among outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 31,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 16 available routes have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars from over 1,100 ratings.
Yes, Downholland offers options for mountain biking. Users can explore available routes and plan their rides using the MTB Trails around Downholland guide.
Traffic-free cycling routes are available in Downholland, particularly along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpaths. Guides such as Traffic-free bike rides around Downholland provide specific options for touring and road cyclists.
Komoot offers several guides for Downholland, including guides for Road Cycling, Hiking, Touring Cycling, Running Trails, and MTB Trails.
The Downholland Parish Council can be contacted via their official website at downhollandparish.gov.uk. A phone number for the Clerk to the Parish Council is also available at +44 7837 787525 or 01704 534090.

