The largest defensive earthworks in greater Exmoor, Shoulsbury Castle was named after the Roman-Celtic God Sulius Minerva. It is thought to date back to either the Iron Age or Roman times. You can still see the ditches and rampart, although none of the original castle remains. The hill is 472 metres (1,549 feet) metres above sea level and has great views over Exmoor.

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1. Lynton and Shoulsbury Castle loop via Valley of the Rocks - Exmoor National Park

62.7km

04:37

1,450m

1,440m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Barnstaple Clock Tower – River Taw Pedestrian Bridge loop from Barnstaple

72.0km

04:58

1,120m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Poltimore Inn – Shoulsbury Castle Earthworks loop from South Molton

43.7km

03:02

750m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Brayford, North Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Shoulsbury Castle Earthworks

1. Lynton and Shoulsbury Castle loop via Valley of the Rocks - Exmoor National Park

2. Barnstaple Clock Tower – River Taw Pedestrian Bridge loop from Barnstaple

3. The Poltimore Inn – Shoulsbury Castle Earthworks loop from South Molton

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