Vicars' Close – Wells Cathedral loop from Shepton Mallet

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Vicars' Close – Wells Cathedral loop from Shepton Mallet

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Vicars' Close – Wells Cathedral loop from Shepton Mallet

01:17

19.4km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 17, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.39 km for 161 m

After 9.68 km for 303 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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511 m

The Syrens of the Wells to Glastonbury Railway Path

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Lovely stretch of the old railway line...unfortunately it doesn't yet join up with the stretch from Cheddar or Frome but one day you'll be able to ride this old line …

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8.85 km

The City Arms

Highlight • Pub

Proper Job and Jail Ale... perfect for post ride pint. Food looked promising although we didn't eat

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9.68 km

First Syren

Highlight • Monument

Where is the first one

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9.70 km

Bishop's Palace and Moat, Wells

Highlight • Monument

A really beautiful City. The smallest in England. The cathedral is the residence of the bishop of Bath and Somerset. Lovely place to stop and enjoy a coffee in the gardens.

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10.4 km

Vicars' Close

Highlight • Monument

One of Britain’s oldest residential streets. Dating from the 14th century it’s a worth while visit for an cycle tour in Wells.

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10.6 km

Built from honey-coloured stone between 1176 and 1450, Wells Cathedral is an intricaticate example of Gothic architecture. It has been called "unquestionably one of the most beautiful" and "most poetic" …

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