Gringley-On-The-Hill is a rural village situated on an elevated ridge in Nottinghamshire. Its position provides expansive views across the surrounding countryside, including northward over the Carrs and towards Lincoln Cathedral. The area features varied terrain, from the challenging inclines of Beacon Hill to flatter paths along the Chesterfield Canal, making it suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more. This diverse landscape offers a range of outdoor experiences.
Gringley-On-The-Hill offers…
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35
riders
60.5km
02:31
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

29
riders
59.3km
02:21
160m
160m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
43.7km
01:42
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

24
riders
49.0km
02:11
270m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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22
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
hikers
7.57km
01:55
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
hikers
12.0km
03:09
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
riders
33.9km
01:58
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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57.5km
03:32
90m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
37.2km
02:05
110m
110m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
24.1km
01:21
70m
70m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1
riders
29.1km
01:37
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
runners
4.61km
00:32
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
5.47km
00:34
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.56km
00:30
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
4.99km
00:32
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gringley-On-The-Hill offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features 17 routes for these sports, with an average rating of 4.46 stars from more than 6,000 visitors. Diverse terrain supports various activity levels and preferences.
Road cycling in Gringley-On-The-Hill benefits from the village's elevated position and undulating terrain, providing invigorating challenges. Routes often include ascents to Beacon Hill, offering panoramic views. A comprehensive guide to these routes is available: Road Cycling Routes around Gringley-On-The-Hill.
Yes, Gringley-On-The-Hill is an excellent hiking destination with routes across an elevated landscape. Paths provide views from its ridge-top position and vary from challenging inclines to canal-side walks. More information can be found in the guide: Hiking around Gringley-On-The-Hill.
Touring cycling routes in Gringley-On-The-Hill utilize the network of roads through the rural village and surrounding areas. The Chesterfield Canal also offers flatter, scenic paths suitable for leisurely rides. For detailed options, consult the guide: Cycling around Gringley-On-The-Hill.
Gringley-On-The-Hill provides varied options for joggers, from the challenging inclines of Beacon Hill to the flatter, scenic paths along the Chesterfield Canal. Quiet village roads and nature trails offer engaging routes. Specific jogging routes are detailed in the guide: Running Trails around Gringley-On-The-Hill.
Yes, mountain biking opportunities exist in and around Gringley-On-The-Hill. The Idle Valley Nature Reserve, for instance, offers off-road gravel roads suitable for mountain biking. Further details are available in the guide: MTB Trails around Gringley-On-The-Hill.
Beacon Hill, the highest point in the village, offers far-reaching views across five counties, including northward over the Carrs and towards Lincoln Cathedral. The Chesterfield Canal winds through the lower parts of the region, providing scenic waterside paths. The area is also near the Humberhead Peatlands and Idle Valley Nature Reserve.
Yes, Gringley-On-The-Hill offers routes suitable for beginners and families, particularly along the flatter sections of the Chesterfield Canal. For hiking, there is a dedicated guide for less strenuous options. Consult Easy hikes around Gringley-On-The-Hill for suitable trails.
Gringley-On-The-Hill is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors exploring its routes. The 17 available routes have received an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, based on 331 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Gringley-On-The-Hill, covering various sports. These include guides for Road Cycling, Hiking, Touring Cycling, Easy Hikes, Running Trails, and MTB Trails.
The official website for Gringley-On-The-Hill is gringleyvillage.org.uk. For general inquiries related to the Parish Council, the Parish Clerk can be contacted at 07305 129 849. For booking events at the Gringley on the Hill Community Centre, the number is 07895 740192.
Gringley-On-The-Hill's elevated position and undulating terrain, including the ascent to Beacon Hill, present invigorating challenges for cyclists. The varied gradients across the region's roads provide opportunities for more demanding rides. These routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Gringley-On-The-Hill guide.

