Wantage is a region in Oxfordshire, England, situated at the foot of the Berkshire Downs within the picturesque Vale of White Horse. This area is characterized by its rolling chalk downs, ancient trackways, and diverse natural landscapes, making it well-suited for outdoor pursuits. The terrain includes historic paths like The Ridgeway and Icknield Way, alongside serene riverside walks along Letcombe Brook, offering varied environments for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
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4.5
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Average rating
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People visited

56.0km
03:24
370m
370m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.6
(5)
37
riders
31.4km
02:03
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
riders
32.1km
01:52
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
riders
21.0km
01:15
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
108
riders
33.0km
01:20
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

36
riders
51.2km
02:15
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

38
riders
48.5km
01:58
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

36
riders
47.6km
02:05
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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32
hikers
9.09km
02:22
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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36
hikers
5.73km
01:28
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
hikers
7.10km
01:52
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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40
runners
6.99km
00:44
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

36
runners
10.8km
01:07
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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30
runners
9.77km
01:04
100m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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33
runners
30.4km
03:28
390m
390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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3.0
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19
riders
52.8km
03:40
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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25
riders
35.7km
02:40
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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19
riders
22.3km
01:39
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

24
riders
29.9km
01:41
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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3
riders
23.1km
01:27
140m
140m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
riders
14.5km
00:50
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
9.41km
00:32
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Wantage offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, hiking, and gravel biking. The region features ancient trackways and diverse natural landscapes suitable for these pursuits. Over 230 routes are available for exploration.
Wantage provides numerous cycling routes across different disciplines. For general cycling, refer to the Cycling around Wantage guide. Road cyclists can find suitable paths in the Road Cycling Routes around Wantage guide, while mountain biking options are detailed in MTB Trails around Wantage. The region's quiet country byways offer approximately 170 miles of routes.
Yes, Wantage offers various hiking trails, including sections of The Ridgeway National Trail and paths along Letcombe Brook. Guides such as Hiking around Wantage and Easy hikes around Wantage provide detailed information. The area's chalk downs and historic paths offer diverse walking experiences.
Key landmarks include The Ridgeway National Trail, an ancient trackway, and the Uffington White Horse, a prehistoric hill figure. Nearby is Uffington Castle Hillfort, an Iron Age site. The Vale of White Horse provides scenic views, and Letcombe Brook offers peaceful riverside trails.
Wantage offers routes suitable for families, particularly along less challenging sections of trails like Letcombe Brook. The region's varied terrain includes easier paths that can accommodate different activity levels. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the general hiking and cycling guides.
Wantage is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,600 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 235 routes have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars, based on over 240 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Wantage, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Wantage, Road Cycling Routes around Wantage, Running Trails around Wantage, MTB Trails around Wantage, Hiking around Wantage, Easy hikes around Wantage, and Gravel biking around Wantage.
Wantage offers 70 dedicated jogging routes. Information on these trails can be found in the Running Trails around Wantage guide. The region's diverse terrain, from riverside paths to elevated downs, provides varied options for runners.
The official website for the local government of Wantage, Oxfordshire, is the Wantage Town Council website. It can be accessed at wantagetowncouncil.gov.uk. This site provides general information about the town.
Yes, Wantage includes options for gravel biking. The region's ancient trackways and country paths are suitable for this activity. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Wantage, provides specific routes and information for gravel cyclists.
Mountain bike trails in Wantage feature varied terrain, including undulating chalk ridges and picturesque views of the Vale of White Horse. The Berkshire Downs offer diverse conditions for mountain biking, with routes ranging in difficulty. Local cycling shops also organize guided rides on these trails.

