Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 4, 2024

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Parking

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13.1 km

Bridgwater and Taunton Canal

Great track with the planets laid out for added interest and the odd kingfisher if you are keeping a watch out!

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22.5 km

Taunton Castle

Built in 1107 to defend the town, Taunton Castle witnessed many wars in Britain: from the Second Barons' War to the Civil War. By the 18th century, the castle was …

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32.9 km

Ash Common Nature Reserve

A 20 hectare nature reserve consisting of wet heath, semi-natural deciduous woodland, scrub, bracken and ponds. Stunning display of wildflowers in the summer.

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42.2 km

Crowcombe Climb and Descent, Quantock Hills

Climb over the top of the Quantocks. Gradual gradient from Over Stowey side, if you want a real challenge go the opposite way and climb from Crowcombe.

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62.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.4 km

15.8 km

7.75 km

4.55 km

4.14 km

2.57 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.6 km

18.2 km

6.54 km

5.64 km

1.19 km

174 m

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Friday 3 October

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70 %

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Taunton & the Quantock Hills loop from Bridgwater

Bridgwater and Taunton Canal

Taunton Castle

Ash Common Nature Reserve

Crowcombe Climb and Descent, Quantock Hills

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