Haresfield is a region nestled on the Cotswold escarpment in Gloucestershire, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. Its terrain features a mix of open grassland, intimate woodlands, and exposed hills, providing varied conditions for activities. The area is characterized by prominent features like Haresfield Beacon and ancient woodlands such as Standish Wood. This varied environment supports several sports like jogging, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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17
runners
11.3km
01:23
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.79km
01:01
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.20km
00:52
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.71km
00:42
70m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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118
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.2km
02:01
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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39.0km
01:51
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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51
riders
54.5km
03:33
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.5km
02:57
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.1km
01:17
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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56
hikers
7.54km
02:08
160m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.22km
01:20
180m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.21km
01:21
190m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.64km
01:14
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26
riders
19.3km
01:08
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
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20.3km
01:14
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
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25.2km
01:47
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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16
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.4km
02:48
130m
130m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.3km
02:10
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Haresfield offers a diverse landscape suitable for various outdoor activities. These include Jogging, Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 54 routes, with an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from more than 2,000 ratings.
Haresfield provides 25 jogging routes, utilizing the varied terrain of open grassland and woodlands. Popular areas for jogging include Haresfield Beacon and Standish Wood. For more details, refer to the Running Trails around Haresfield guide.
There are 24 hiking routes in Haresfield, ranging from shorter loops to sections of the Cotswold Way National Trail. Trails traverse Haresfield Beacon, offering panoramic views, and Standish Wood, known for its ancient trees. The Hiking around Haresfield guide provides further information.
Haresfield is recognized for its road cycling opportunities, including Haresfield Beacon, which is noted as a challenging climb. The region offers 2 specific road cycling routes. Cyclists can find more information in the Road Cycling Routes around Haresfield guide.
The varied terrain of Haresfield, including Standish Wood and the escarpment, is suitable for mountain biking. There is at least 1 dedicated mountain biking route available. Consult the MTB Trails around Haresfield guide for route specifics.
Haresfield offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including shorter loops across Haresfield Hill. These routes provide less challenging options for beginners or families. The Easy hikes around Haresfield guide highlights accessible options.
Key points of interest include Haresfield Beacon, which features an Iron Age hillfort and panoramic views across the Severn estuary. Standish Wood is another notable area, known for its ancient trees and seasonal bluebell displays. The region also has archaeological features like long and round barrows.
From Haresfield Beacon, visitors can experience panoramic views. These vistas extend across the Severn estuary, encompassing the Forest of Dean and the Brecon Beacons. The elevated position on the Cotswold escarpment provides expansive scenery.
Komoot offers several guides for Haresfield to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for Running Trails, Hiking, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, and Gravel Biking.
Haresfield is a popular destination among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. More than 27,000 visitors have explored routes in the region. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 2,000 ratings.
The Haresfield Parish Council serves as a local administrative body for the region. Their official website is haresfieldparishcouncil.gov.uk. This site provides local information and resources.
The phone number for the Haresfield Parish Council is 01452 721635. This contact can be used for inquiries related to local administration.

