Ecclesfield, a region in the northern part of Sheffield, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Its geography blends urban edges with ancient woodlands, river valleys, and undulating terrain, providing varied environments for exploration. This area is well-suited for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more, benefiting from its position within Sheffield's "Outdoor City" context. The natural features, including significant woodlands and waterways, create a rich network of trails and routes for outdoor enthusiasts.
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3.9
(14)
34
hikers
6.14km
01:39
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
hikers
7.24km
02:02
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51
hikers
7.16km
02:00
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
hikers
15.4km
04:14
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
riders
13.8km
01:15
230m
230m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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261
riders
17.4km
01:51
450m
450m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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82
riders
7.61km
00:54
200m
200m
Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

14
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25.1km
02:12
430m
430m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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3.5
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7
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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57
riders
75.9km
04:23
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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14
riders
28.4km
01:57
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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26
riders
37.0km
02:31
710m
710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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156
riders
43.8km
03:19
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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65
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45.1km
03:16
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
riders
17.1km
01:07
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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69
riders
29.2km
01:49
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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129
runners
8.55km
00:56
180m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32
runners
5.98km
00:40
140m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.60km
00:36
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
5.89km
00:39
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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52
riders
58.0km
02:52
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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28
riders
56.9km
03:19
1,220m
1,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

24
riders
31.2km
01:28
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
28.8km
01:27
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Ecclesfield offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Road cycling. The area features diverse landscapes such as ancient woodlands, river valleys, and undulating terrain suitable for various pursuits. Over 230 routes are available for exploration.
Hiking trails in Ecclesfield traverse ancient woodlands like Greno Woods and Chapeltown Woods, nature reserves, and farmlands. Options range from easy, flat walks to more moderate paths with varying elevations. Sections of the Trans Pennine Trail also pass through the parish. For more information, consult the guide Hiking around Ecclesfield.
Ecclesfield provides access to several cycling paths, including the River Don Linear Park and the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal. The Trans Pennine Trail is also accessible for touring cyclists. For detailed routes, refer to the guide Cycling around Ecclesfield.
Ecclesfield is known for mountain biking, particularly in Greno Woods, which features a network of trails including downhill descents and bridleways. Wharncliffe Woods is another popular destination in the wider Sheffield area. More details are available in the guide MTB Trails around Ecclesfield.
Ecclesfield offers family-friendly routes, particularly through its ancient woodlands and along river valleys. These paths often feature gentler terrain suitable for all ages. The highlight categories for the region include 'family_friendly' options.
Notable natural features include ancient woodlands such as Greno Woods, Wharncliffe Woods, and Chapeltown Woods. River valleys formed by Charlton Brook, the River Don, and Blackburn Brook also offer scenic routes. Greno Woods Nature Reserve is a key natural asset.
Ecclesfield is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 4,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 stars, based on over 500 ratings.
Yes, Ecclesfield offers easy hiking options suitable for beginners. These routes often involve less elevation change and cover shorter distances. A dedicated guide, Easy hikes around Ecclesfield, provides specific recommendations.
Komoot offers several guides for Ecclesfield, including Hiking around Ecclesfield, Cycling around Ecclesfield, MTB Trails around Ecclesfield, and Gravel biking around Ecclesfield. There are also guides for easy hikes, running trails, and road cycling routes.
The official website for general information about the area, managed by the local authority, is ecclesfield-pc.gov.uk. This site provides local community information and services.
The phone number for Ecclesfield Parish Council is +44 114 284 5095. This contact can be used for inquiries related to local services and information.
Ecclesfield is suitable for gravel biking due to its mix of paved roads, bridleways, and forest tracks. The undulating landscapes and wooded areas provide varied terrain for gravel cyclists. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Ecclesfield, highlights numerous routes.
Ecclesfield features a total of 231 routes across various outdoor sports. These routes are distributed among activities such as hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and touring cycling.

