Breadsall is a village located on the outskirts of Derby, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area features a blend of woodlands, open countryside, and historical sites, providing varied terrain for exploration. Notable natural features include Breadsall Cutting, a Local Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest, and the Great Northern Greenway, a converted railway line. These elements contribute to Breadsall's appeal for several sports like jogging, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
28
Routes
4.7
(7)
Average rating
212
People visited
4.8
(14)
45
hikers
6.69km
01:51
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(6)
33
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
hikers
4.90km
01:22
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.5
(6)
23
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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40
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
41
runners
10.4km
01:06
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
runners
14.2km
01:30
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.45km
00:53
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
riders
105km
05:48
930m
930m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
17.1km
01:05
140m
150m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
36.1km
02:16
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4
riders
64.0km
04:05
1,010m
1,010m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35
riders
25.9km
01:09
170m
170m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
21
riders
29.3km
01:16
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
12
riders
14.7km
00:40
100m
90m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
10
riders
21.5km
01:00
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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23
riders
21.5km
01:19
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
18
riders
41.2km
02:41
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
15
riders
20.3km
01:18
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
14
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Breadsall provides opportunities for jogging, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain biking. The region features 28 routes catering to various interests. These activities utilize the area's woodlands, countryside, and converted railway lines.
Yes, Breadsall offers several jogging routes, with 9 specifically listed on komoot. The Great Northern Greenway, a converted railway line, provides an all-weather surface suitable for jogging. For more options, explore the Running Trails around Breadsall guide.
Breadsall features 15 hiking routes, traversing woodlands, meadows, and historical sites. Breadsall Cutting, a Local Nature Reserve, offers trails with diverse flora and wildlife. Detailed options can be found in the Hiking around Breadsall guide.
Breadsall supports various cycling disciplines, including touring cycling, road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain biking. The Great Northern Greenway is suitable for touring, while local roads and trails cater to other styles. Guides like Cycling around Breadsall provide specific route information.
The Great Northern Greenway is an all-weather surface trail suitable for walkers, cyclists, and mobility scooter riders, making it accessible for families. Breadsall Cutting also offers gentle paths for nature observation. The area's extensive walking routes across meadows and fields can accommodate various family activity levels.
Key natural attractions include Breadsall Cutting, designated as a Local Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest, known for its unique plant and butterfly species. The Great Northern Greenway, a converted railway line, offers scenic passage through the Breadsall Wildlife Site. Nearby Mapperley Reservoir also provides opportunities for wildlife spotting.
The Great Northern Greenway is a converted section of the former Great Northern Railway, providing an all-weather surface trail. It runs from Derby to Breadsall, passing through the Breadsall Wildlife Site. This trail is popular with walkers, cyclists, mobility scooter riders, and horse riders, and is designated as National Cycle Network route 672.
Breadsall is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 66,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in Breadsall have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 5,700 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Breadsall to help users discover routes. These include guides for Running Trails around Breadsall, Hiking around Breadsall, and Cycling around Breadsall. Other guides cover easy hikes, road cycling, gravel biking, and MTB trails.
The official website for Breadsall Parish Council is breadsallparishcouncil.gov.uk. This site provides local information for the village. For broader countryside inquiries, the Derbyshire County Council countryside service can be contacted.
Breadsall offers routes suitable for beginners, particularly along the Great Northern Greenway, which has an all-weather, flat surface. The Easy hikes around Breadsall guide provides specific options for less strenuous activities. Many of the village's walking routes across meadows are also suitable for those new to outdoor pursuits.
Breadsall accommodates various cycling types, including touring cycling, road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain biking. The Great Northern Greenway is ideal for touring, while the local road network is suitable for road cycling. Specific guides are available for Gravel biking around Breadsall and MTB Trails around Breadsall.