Stelling Minnis is a region situated high on the Kent Downs plateau, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This area features undulating terrain, ancient woodlands, and open green spaces, including the significant Stelling Minnis Common. The diverse landscape provides varied experiences for outdoor enthusiasts pursuing several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more. Its natural features make Stelling Minnis a destination for exploring the Kentish countryside.
Stelling Minnis…
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4.5
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30
riders
45.7km
03:27
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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21.8km
01:54
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
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10.0km
00:57
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.0km
02:23
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
hikers
9.85km
02:42
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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16
hikers
17.5km
04:49
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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6.50km
01:42
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
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46.1km
01:58
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
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27.1km
01:13
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
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24.4km
01:18
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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37.0km
01:35
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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11
riders
27.1km
01:41
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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25.0km
01:31
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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36.3km
02:13
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
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39.6km
02:18
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58.5km
03:45
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

3
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23.8km
01:40
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
71.5km
04:18
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
runners
6.47km
00:41
80m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.7km
01:35
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Stelling Minnis, located on the Kent Downs plateau, offers diverse outdoor activities. These include Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 16 routes with an average rating of 4.52 stars from more than 23,000 visitors.
Yes, Stelling Minnis provides easy hiking options suitable for beginners. These routes often involve minimal elevation gain and can be completed in about two hours. For specific easy routes, refer to the Easy hikes around Stelling Minnis guide.
The region is characterized by the Kent Downs, ancient woodlands like Spong Woods, and the significant Stelling Minnis Common. The common is known for its unique plant life, including heather and gorse, and is maintained by traditional grazing Highland Cattle. Rolling hills and panoramic countryside views are also prominent features.
Stelling Minnis caters to various cycling disciplines, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. Routes traverse the Kent Downs, offering a mix of rolling hills and flatter sections. Guides like Cycling around Stelling Minnis and Road Cycling Routes around Stelling Minnis provide detailed information.
Stelling Minnis offers family-friendly walking options, particularly in well-maintained green spaces. Paths in areas like Blean Woods National Nature Reserve ensure safety and convenience for visitors of all ages. Some cycling routes are also designed to be suitable for families.
Stelling Minnis Common is an ancient common land that has largely escaped enclosure. It is an important habitat for plant life such as heather, harebell, and western gorse. The common is traditionally grazed by Highland Cattle and is ideal for walks and wildlife spotting.
Hiking trails in Stelling Minnis vary in length and difficulty. Options range from easy walks lasting up to two hours with minimal elevation to more challenging routes that can extend up to five hours and involve approximately 3,000 feet (914 meters) of elevation gain.
Komoot offers several guides for Stelling Minnis covering various sports. These include Hiking around Stelling Minnis, MTB Trails around Stelling Minnis, and Running Trails around Stelling Minnis. Additional guides are available for cycling and gravel biking.
Routes in Stelling Minnis have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 23,000 visitors who have explored the 16 available routes in the region.
Yes, Stelling Minnis and the wider Kent Downs area offer mountain biking trails. These trails provide options for various skill levels within the diverse landscape. The MTB Trails around Stelling Minnis guide provides specific route information.
Information regarding the Stelling Minnis Parish Council can be found on their official website. The website address is https://stellingminnis.kentparishes.gov.uk/.

