Bentham is a market town situated on the River Wenning, offering access to the diverse landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the north and the Forest of Bowland National Landscape to the south. This location provides varied terrain, from river valleys and woodlands to fells and moorland, suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more. The region's geography makes it a base for exploring significant natural features and varied outdoor environments.
117
Routes
4.8
(44)
Average rating
1371
People visited
5.0
(3)
45
hikers
5.21km
01:21
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
8
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
5.0
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17
hikers
6.39km
01:44
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
12
hikers
12.6km
03:21
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
runners
5.27km
00:33
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
13
runners
5.05km
00:32
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
11
runners
7.82km
00:49
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
8
runners
6.92km
00:43
60m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(8)
76
riders
47.6km
04:03
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
5.0
(3)
26
riders
45.3km
04:20
1,110m
1,110m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.3
(3)
17
riders
18.0km
01:33
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
10
riders
58.6km
04:49
1,110m
1,110m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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85
riders
50.7km
02:44
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
5.0
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47
riders
51.6km
02:12
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
21
riders
186km
09:51
2,970m
2,970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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(2)
32
riders
34.6km
01:45
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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125
riders
47.1km
03:00
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(11)
88
riders
52.4km
03:22
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
44
riders
106km
06:57
1,420m
1,420m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
riders
52.4km
03:05
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bentham offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 118 routes, with an average rating of 4.59 stars from more than 40,000 visitors. Its location provides diverse terrain, from river valleys to fells and moorland.
Bentham offers 48 road cycling routes. These routes provide access to diverse landscapes, including the wild moorland of the Forest of Bowland and the Yorkshire Dales. Specific guides like Road Cycling Routes around Bentham detail available options.
Bentham provides 10 hiking routes. The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail, a 5-mile (8 km) circular walk, is a popular option near Bentham. Easy hiking trails along the River Wenning Valley are also available, such as the "River Rapids by the Tree loop" and the "Lingshaw Woods – Bowtham Wood loop." More information can be found in guides like Hiking around Bentham.
Bentham offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. Easy hiking trails along the River Wenning provide gentle elevation changes suitable for families. A specific guide for Family-friendly hikes around Bentham is available.
The Bentham region is a gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland National Landscape. Notable features include the Three Peaks (Ingleborough, Whernside, and Pen-y-ghent), the River Wenning Valley, and the Ingleton Waterfalls. The Great Stone of Fourstones offers views of the Three Peaks.
Bentham offers cycling routes suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. The terrain includes river valleys with gentle elevation changes. Guides such as Traffic-free bike rides around Bentham can provide suitable choices for beginners.
Bentham offers mountain biking opportunities, with 1 route specifically categorized for MTB. Off-road cycling routes start from High Bentham, including an 18.2-mile (29.3 km) ride to Yordas Cave and a 28.5-mile (45.9 km) ride to Horton-in-Ribblesdale via the Pennine Bridleway. The MTB Trails around Bentham guide provides further details.
Bentham's outdoor routes are popular on komoot, with 118 routes having an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars. More than 40,000 visitors have shared their experiences in the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Bentham. These include Road Cycling Routes around Bentham, Hiking around Bentham, and Cycling around Bentham. Other guides cover MTB, easy hikes, traffic-free rides, running, and gravel biking.
Cycling terrain in Bentham is diverse, ranging from open moorland and fells to river valleys. Cyclists can expect both paved and unpaved segments, with options for significant elevation gains in areas like the Yorkshire Dales and Forest of Bowland. The region caters to various cycling preferences.
The Forest of Bowland National Landscape is located to the south of Bentham. For information, the official email is bowland@lancashire.gov.uk and the phone number is 01200 448000. Bentham's railway stations serve as "Gateway Stations" to this area.
Bentham provides 36 touring cycling routes. These routes explore open moorland, fells, and river valleys, offering access to diverse landscapes. Guides such as Cycling around Bentham include touring options.