Sutton Bingham Reservoir – Eggardon Hill Trig Point loop from Symondsbury

Sutton Bingham Reservoir – Eggardon Hill Trig Point loop from Symondsbury

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Sutton Bingham Reservoir – Eggardon Hill Trig Point loop from Symondsbury

04:54

95.7km

1,220m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 70.7 km for 56 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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44.2 km

Winyard's Gap Inn

Highlight • Viewpoint

Winyard's Gap Inn... incredible views and great beer after a tough climb. Descend with care!

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53.5 km

All Saints Church

Highlight • Religious Site

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

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53.7 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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70.6 km

Dorset Knob Throwing Competition

Highlight • Settlement

Before you snigger, the Dorset Knob is a savoury biscuit that you should eat with Dorset Blue Vinny Cheese. This village hosts the annual Dorset Knob Throwing Competition, which is …

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70.7 km

St. Peter and St. Paul Church and Churchyard, Cattistock

Highlight • Other

really worthwhile going into this church

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83.2 km

Eggardon Hill in southern Dorset has a trig point at 252m above sea level. It was an Iron Age hill fort and is now managed by the National Trust (free entry).
Great views inland and down to the coast.

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95.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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