Helyar Almshouses – The Fox Inn Campsite loop from West Coker

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Helyar Almshouses – The Fox Inn Campsite loop from West Coker

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Helyar Almshouses – The Fox Inn Campsite loop from West Coker

01:54

29.7km

310m

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: August 21, 2026

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Dorset National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.88 km

Plague Memorial, East Coker

Highlight • Historical Site

Situated just down from Saint Michaels Church path.

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2.90 km

Helyar Almshouses

Highlight • Monument

Worth taking the time to read the board outside the houses

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12.3 km

East Chelborough

Highlight • Summit

18.0 km

The Fox Inn Campsite

Highlight • Rest Area

This is a pub on the route that has amazing food but also allow you to camp in their garden. Call up beforehand but a great option, especially in the winter when the campsites are closed.

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23.2 km

Dorset County Border Sign

Highlight • Monument

Have some scrumpy with you for the ceremony

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24.9 km

All Saints Church

Highlight • Religious Site

c12 Norman church with restored c13/14th wall paintings. Church should be open

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25.0 km

View of the River

Highlight • Viewpoint

25.1 km

Sutton Bingham Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Built in 1955 Sutton Bingham reservoir is managed by Wessex Water. It's a popular fishing and walking destination and a pretty spot for a stop off while riding around central …

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