Balcombe, a region in West Sussex, is situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Its landscape features wooded valleys, gently rolling hills, and expansive views over the Ouse valley, providing a varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This area offers a picturesque setting for several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Balcombe provides more than 100 routes across several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.…
112
Routes
4.5
(777)
Average rating
3058
People visited

4.7
(314)
1,103
hikers
11.7km
03:08
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
11
hikers
10.6km
02:55
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(136)
534
hikers
14.1km
03:43
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(13)
45
hikers
17.7km
04:51
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(6)
95
runners
12.2km
01:22
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

62
runners
10.4km
01:11
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
17
runners
20.6km
02:19
260m
250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
5.70km
00:42
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(100)
72
riders
25.1km
01:55
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
89.5km
06:43
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
56.7km
04:06
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(7)
18
riders
15.4km
01:13
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
44
riders
29.0km
01:23
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

28
riders
49.4km
02:22
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

22
riders
76.9km
03:36
900m
900m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
110km
04:52
1,010m
1,010m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
(4)
47
riders
70.8km
03:56
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
30
riders
22.2km
01:19
140m
140m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
53.4km
03:03
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
4
riders
34.7km
02:08
280m
280m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
(1)
9
riders
17.7km
01:10
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
14
riders
28.9km
01:48
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
riders
15.1km
01:03
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
(1)
8
riders
15.5km
01:08
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Balcombe, situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers a range of outdoor activities. These include Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Touring cycling. The landscape features wooded valleys, rolling hills, and scenic views.
Balcombe features 114 routes on komoot across various sports. These routes have been explored by over 27,000 visitors and collectively hold an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Balcombe offers hiking trails suitable for various skill levels, including options for beginners. Trails often include moderate climbs and descents through woodlands and across hillsides. For easier options, consult the Easy hikes around Balcombe guide.
Balcombe has 44 hiking routes, many of which explore woodlands and hillsides within the High Weald AONB. A comprehensive overview of routes is available in the Hiking around Balcombe guide. Popular routes often feature forest sections and scenic viewpoints.
Balcombe provides diverse cycling routes for both mountain biking and road cycling. There are 5 mountain biking routes and 27 road cycling routes available. Guides such as MTB Trails around Balcombe and Road Cycling Routes around Balcombe offer detailed information.
Balcombe trails pass through the High Weald AONB, featuring extensive woodlands like St Leonard's Forest and Pilstye Wood. Notable natural features include Weir Wood Reservoir, a Local Nature Reserve, and Stone Farm Rocks, a geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. Views over the Ouse valley and the railway viaduct are also common.
Balcombe offers routes categorized as family-friendly, making them suitable for outings with children. These routes often feature gentle terrain and interesting natural surroundings. Users can filter for family-friendly options when planning their trips.
Yes, komoot provides several guides for Balcombe to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for Hiking around Balcombe, Running Trails around Balcombe, and Road Cycling Routes around Balcombe, among others.
Balcombe's diverse landscape is suitable for outdoor activities throughout the year. The woodlands and rolling hills offer varied scenery in different seasons. Some trails may be muddy, especially in winter, so appropriate footwear is recommended.
The official website for Balcombe Parish Council is balcombeparishcouncil.com. For direct inquiries, the phone number for Balcombe Parish Council is 01444 811833. This provides a resource for local information and services.
Balcombe trails feature diverse terrain, including wooded valleys, gently rolling hills, and some moderate climbs and descents. Surfaces can vary from paved roads to unpaved paths, with some sections potentially muddy. The region is characterized by its historic feel within the High Weald AONB.

