Badby, a region in West Northamptonshire, England, features a diverse landscape of rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and serene waterways. The area is characterized by its network of well-regarded trails, quiet country lanes, and natural features such as Badby Wood and the River Nene. This varied terrain makes Badby suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Badby offers a range of outdoor activities across more than 20 routes. These routes…
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16
hikers
4.90km
01:21
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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60
hikers
11.2km
03:03
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.39km
02:34
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
13.4km
03:34
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
32.2km
02:04
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.4km
01:39
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
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49.5km
03:06
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
33.7km
02:10
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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57
riders
22.7km
01:00
200m
200m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

34
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53.4km
02:41
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
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65.9km
03:02
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
64.6km
02:50
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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52
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.3km
01:05
60m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.11km
00:58
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.73km
00:49
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
33.1km
02:26
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
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17.2km
01:17
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
riders
48.8km
02:45
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
17.5km
01:12
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Badby offers diverse outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and mountain biking. The region features 24 routes with an average rating of 4.52 stars from over 8,700 visitors.
Badby offers 18 hiking routes suitable for various skill levels. Popular options include the Badby Woods loop (3.0 miles / 4.8 km) and the View from Everdon Hill loop (7.0 miles / 11.3 km). Explore more options in the Hiking around Badby guide.
Badby provides several easy walks suitable for families and beginners. The Badby Woods loop is an easy 3.0-mile (4.8 km) trail. For more options, refer to the Easy hikes around Badby guide.
Badby features quiet country lanes and varied terrain suitable for road and touring cycling. The National Cycle Network (NCN50) is accessible nearby. Discover routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Badby and Cycling around Badby guides.
Badby offers mountain biking opportunities across its varied terrain. The region's woodlands and country paths provide suitable conditions for MTB. Consult the MTB Trails around Badby guide for specific routes.
Badby provides diverse and scenic routes for joggers, including woodland trails, field paths, and country lanes. There are 4 dedicated jogging routes available. Find suitable paths in the Running Trails around Badby guide.
Badby trails feature ancient Badby Wood, known for bluebell displays and as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Everdon Hill offers panoramic views, and the River Nene flows through the parish. The Arch Gate provides an impressive entrance to Badby Woods.
The long-distance Nene Way footpath passes through the Badby area, following the upper reaches of the River Nene. This path offers opportunities for extended walks beyond local loops.
Routes in Badby have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars based on over 500 ratings from the komoot community. More than 8,700 visitors have explored the region's 24 routes.
The official website for the local area is the Badby Parish Council website. Visit www.badby-pc.gov.uk for local information. For general inquiries, the West Northamptonshire Council can be reached at 0300 126 7000.
Badby offers several circular walking routes, such as the Badby Woods loop and the Arch Gate, Badby Woods loop. These trails allow for exploration of the area's woodlands and open fields, returning to the starting point.

