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Chilcompton

The Holy Cow – View from Folly Hill loop from Chilcompton

Easy

3

riders

The Holy Cow – View from Folly Hill loop from Chilcompton

00:51

13.2km

140m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

118 m

Chilcompton Stream and Waterfall

Highlight • River

A pretty village where the road follows a stream. There's quite a stiff climb up Bowden Hill and Bakers Lane to the south, where you can find a Co-op store at the top.

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2

924 m

The Holy Cow

Highlight • Cafe

Great little cafe serving locally sourced food, good coffee, plenty of bike-friendly outdoor seating.
Open: Monday - Friday / 9am - 3 or 4pm (seasonal)
Breakfast (till 11.15am) & Lunch
Saturday Breakfast / 9am - 2pm
Closed Sundays

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3

3.28 km

View from Folly Hill

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Great views from this road on Folly Hill. Leads down into Midsomer Norton which has a few cafe stops.

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4

9.63 km

View Towards the Somerset Levels

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

11.0 km

Downside Abbey Cricket Pavilion

Highlight • Rest Area

a lovely spot to sit a while and take in the views

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6

13.1 km

Home Farm

Highlight • Settlement

B

13.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.6 km

909 m

370 m

307 m

Surfaces

8.18 km

4.44 km

370 m

194 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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Wednesday 11 November

8°C

5°C

75 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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