Withyham is a large civil parish situated in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England. This region is nestled within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterized by its rolling landscapes, ancient heathland, dense woodlands, and distinctive sandstone outcrops. The picturesque valley of the River Medway also traverses the parish, contributing to its diverse terrain. These natural features provide varied opportunities for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more.
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.7
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264
hikers
16.4km
04:29
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48
hikers
21.1km
05:45
320m
320m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39
hikers
13.3km
03:32
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
hikers
20.3km
05:35
330m
330m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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312
riders
29.5km
02:02
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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143
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52.4km
04:08
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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107
riders
17.7km
01:07
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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39
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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119
runners
11.4km
01:11
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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186
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23.0km
02:26
150m
150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
49.0km
05:37
800m
810m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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50
riders
67.0km
03:40
450m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.9km
01:37
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.2km
02:43
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
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21.2km
01:05
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
30.4km
02:05
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
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37.7km
02:52
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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28.5km
01:52
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
51.6km
02:28
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

26
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89.9km
04:18
1,160m
1,160m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
riders
68.3km
03:26
950m
950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

15
riders
52.0km
02:33
600m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Withyham offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, jogging, touring cycling, gravel biking, road cycling, and mountain biking. The region features 174 routes for these sports, with an average rating of 4.47 stars from over 17,000 visitors.
Withyham is a civil parish situated in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England. It is nestled within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterized by rolling landscapes and woodlands.
Yes, Withyham features 84 hiking routes, ranging from gentle paths to more challenging ascents. Notable areas include Ashdown Forest and Five Hundred Acre Wood. More information can be found in the Hiking around Withyham guide.
Withyham offers 22 touring cycling routes and 11 road cycling routes. The Forest Way Country Park provides a 10-mile (16 km) traffic-free route suitable for touring cyclists. Explore options in the Cycling around Withyham guide.
Yes, Withyham's varied terrain, including open heathland and unpaved tracks, is suitable for gravel biking. There are 3 easy mountain biking routes that can be suitable for gravel bikes. Consult the Gravel biking around Withyham guide for specific routes.
Withyham offers routes suitable for beginners and those seeking less strenuous walks. The landscape includes gentle paths through woodlands and heathland. Specific easy options are detailed in the Easy hikes around Withyham guide.
Withyham is part of the High Weald AONB and features Ashdown Forest, the River Medway Valley, and Five Hundred Acre Wood. Unique sandstone outcrops like Harrison's Rocks and Penn's Rocks are also present.
Many routes in Withyham are suitable for families, particularly those through woodlands and along the Forest Way Country Park. These trails often feature gentler gradients and scenic points of interest. Look for routes tagged as 'family_friendly' in the highlight categories.
The official website for local information and community resources in Withyham is withyhamparishcouncil.org.uk. This site provides details on local walks and other community services.
Withyham offers 48 dedicated jogging routes. These trails traverse the region's diverse landscapes, including woodlands and heathland. Further details can be found in the Running Trails around Withyham guide.
Five Hundred Acre Wood is a dense woodland within Withyham that holds literary significance. It is recognized as part of the Hundred Acre Wood, which inspired the Winnie-the-Pooh stories by A.A. Milne.
Withyham has 6 mountain biking routes, with 3 designated as easy. The varied terrain of the High Weald AONB provides opportunities for off-road cycling. Consult the MTB Trails around Withyham guide for specific routes.

