Harston is a region in Cambridgeshire, UK, characterized by its largely flat to gently rolling landscape. The area features expansive agricultural fields, small woodlands, and meandering riverside paths, providing a scenic environment for outdoor activities. The River Rhee forms a notable natural boundary, while subtle elevation changes are found towards the low chalk hills in the east. This varied terrain supports several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Harston offers…
95
Routes
4.4
(200)
Average rating
1984
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4.0
(1)
3
riders
86.1km
05:35
330m
330m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
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20
riders
51.9km
03:38
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

16
riders
99.8km
07:24
550m
550m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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12
riders
38.1km
02:24
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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396
riders
49.5km
02:04
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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240
riders
73.2km
02:53
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

61
riders
27.6km
01:05
90m
100m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

55
riders
13.9km
00:32
50m
50m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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51
hikers
14.1km
03:35
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
hikers
6.50km
01:39
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
hikers
8.20km
02:05
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
6.19km
01:35
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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51
riders
39.9km
02:20
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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32
riders
28.8km
01:41
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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30
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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20
riders
47.3km
02:44
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
runners
5.96km
00:38
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
runners
5.24km
00:33
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
runners
7.55km
00:50
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
10.4km
01:08
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
28.5km
01:53
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
48.1km
02:58
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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27
riders
30.9km
01:48
150m
150m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(9)
19
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Harston offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features 26 routes with an average rating of 4.46 stars from over 47,000 visitors. These activities utilize the area's largely flat to gently rolling landscape.
Yes, Harston provides numerous road cycling routes through its low-lying countryside. These routes feature paved and some unpaved segments connecting to neighboring villages. A comprehensive overview of routes is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Harston guide.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like the "Uphill Road to Chrishall – The Queen's Head loop from Foxton," which is 24.8 miles (40.0 km) with varied terrain. Another option is the "Haslingfield Village – Chapel Hill Climb loop," an easier 17.9-mile (28.8 km) path. More options are detailed in the Cycling around Harston guide.
Harston has a network of public footpaths and bridleways suitable for jogging. Trails lead through agricultural fields, woodlands, and connect villages. The Running Trails around Harston guide provides detailed information on available routes.
Yes, the region offers several hiking routes, such as the "Coprolite pit loop from Harston," an 8.8-mile (14.2 km) trail through agricultural land. The "Tennis Court Benches loop from Haslingfield" is a moderate 7.4-mile (12.0 km) path. Further details are in the Hiking around Harston guide.
Harston's largely flat to gently rolling landscape makes it suitable for family-friendly cycling. Routes like the "Haslingfield Village – Chapel Hill Climb loop" offer easier paths through villages and agricultural landscapes. The area's network includes options for various abilities.
Outdoor routes in Harston feature the River Rhee, which forms the western boundary of the parish, offering picturesque riverside tracks. The landscape also includes expansive agricultural fields, small woodlands like The Rookery, and low chalk hills to the east. Two County Wildlife Sites are also present in the area.
Harston's outdoor routes are highly regarded on Komoot, with an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars across all sports. More than 47,000 visitors have shared their experiences, contributing to over 2,900 ratings for the 26 available routes.
Yes, Komoot offers several guides for Harston, covering various sports. These include Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, Running Trails, Hiking, and Gravel Biking.
The terrain for cycling in Harston is largely flat to gently rolling, characterized by low-lying arable farmland. Some routes may include subtle elevation changes towards the low chalk hills in the east. The landscape consists of agricultural fields, small woodlands, and riverside paths.
The Harston Parish Council can be contacted via email for general inquiries. The Parish Clerk's email address is clerk@harstonparishcouncil.gov.uk. Their official website is harstonparishcouncil.gov.uk.
Harston offers mountain biking opportunities within its varied landscape. While the area is generally flat, some routes may incorporate unpaved segments and woodland trails. The MTB Trails around Harston guide provides specific information.
Yes, Harston provides options for easy hikes suitable for various fitness levels. The terrain is generally flat, with trails through agricultural fields and woodlands. The Easy hikes around Harston guide offers specific recommendations.

