Papplewick, a region in the Nottinghamshire countryside, is characterized by its diverse natural features, including expansive woodlands and the gentle flow of the River Leen. The landscape features gently rolling hills, providing varied topography suitable for outdoor pursuits. Nearly half of the region is covered in trees, offering lush, green environments and shaded pathways. This terrain supports several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more.
Papplewick offers more than 10 routes…
103
Routes
4.5
(194)
Average rating
1718
People visited

4.4
(15)
62
hikers
10.7km
02:51
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(20)
95
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(13)
39
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(10)
41
hikers
9.94km
02:35
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
55.4km
04:24
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(4)
14
riders
29.3km
02:16
250m
250m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
(22)
31
riders
46.8km
02:58
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(12)
31
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(13)
27
riders
22.6km
01:43
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(3)
9
riders
25.2km
01:49
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
43
riders
60.7km
04:30
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
14
riders
52.4km
03:42
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
riders
75.6km
03:12
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.5
(6)
66
riders
46.0km
02:01
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
44
riders
57.7km
02:26
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
35
riders
25.3km
01:53
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(5)
162
runners
10.9km
01:09
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

30
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
29
runners
6.65km
00:41
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
runners
14.0km
01:31
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38
riders
65.1km
03:56
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
riders
51.0km
03:06
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
13
riders
31.0km
02:04
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
73.5km
04:25
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Papplewick offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Touring cycling. The region features 18 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.53 stars from over 3,000 reviews.
Papplewick features a network of well-maintained footpaths through expansive woodlands and along the River Leen. Trails range from easy strolls to more moderate hikes, with many circular options available. The Hiking around Papplewick guide provides more details.
Yes, Papplewick offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. An easy 3.5 mile (5.7 km) path through Blidworth Woods is available, starting from Ravenshead. More options can be found in the Easy hikes around Papplewick guide.
Papplewick's landscape supports various cycling activities, including road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The gently rolling hills and rich farmland provide scenic routes for road cyclists. The woodlands and varied terrain also offer potential for off-road cycling experiences.
Road cycling routes in Papplewick utilize the local roads through gently rolling hills and rich farmland. These routes offer scenic rides through the countryside. Specific routes and further details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Papplewick guide.
The dense woodlands and varied terrain in Papplewick can accommodate mountain and gravel biking. Gravel cycling, in particular, can utilize farm tracks, lanes, and fire roads found in the area. Guides such as MTB Trails around Papplewick and Gravel biking around Papplewick offer more information.
Papplewick's landscape is characterized by expansive woodlands, with nearly half the region covered in trees. The gentle flow of the River Leen adds to the scenic beauty, providing riverside paths. The area also features gently rolling hills between 246 feet (75m) and 410 feet (125m) above sea level.
The Papplewick Pumping Station is a Victorian industrial marvel and a preserved Scheduled Ancient Monument. It serves as a unique historical landmark within the natural landscape. The station is also a starting point for some hiking trails in the area.
Yes, Papplewick offers routes suitable for families. The region's highlight categories include 'family_friendly', indicating options designed for all ages. These routes often feature well-maintained paths through woodlands and along the river.
Routes in Papplewick are popular on komoot, with more than 34,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes have received an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from over 3,000 reviews, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Papplewick, including Hiking around Papplewick, Road Cycling Routes around Papplewick, MTB Trails around Papplewick, and Gravel biking around Papplewick. There are also guides for running, easy hikes, and general cycling.
The official website for Papplewick Parish Council is http://papplewickparishcouncil.org.uk/. For information specific to the Papplewick Pumping Station, its official website is https://www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk/.

