Sherborne Abbey – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Evershot

Sherborne Abbey – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Evershot

Moderate

riders

Sherborne Abbey – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Evershot

02:05

42.8km

500m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Dorset National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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829 m

Evershot Plantation

Forest

7.14 km

Chetnole Inn

Highlight • Cafe

Well regarded pub with bike-friendly outside seating. Lunchtime snack menu. Closed on Mondays.

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19.5 km

For many, known as the ‘Cathedral of Dorset’ Founded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, Sherborne Abbey has developed from a Saxon cathedral to one of England’s most beautiful parish churches. The abbey is a Grade I listed building. It has several distinct architectural styles throughout and well worth a visit.

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19.8 km

St. John's Church

Highlight • Other

Quality and friendly bike shop. You may need it one day.
rileyscycles.co.uk

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32.4 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 Dorset.
There is a public toilet and bike racks in the car park.

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32.6 km

All Saints Church

Highlight • Religious Site

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

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37.7 km

The Tin Barn Campsite

Highlight • Other

39.6 km

East Chelborough Motte and Bailey Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

evidence of medieval motte and bailey castle. on west side of road. scheduled monument.
also evidence - more difficult to be seen from the road is another motte and bailey castle on the right hand side where the farm is.

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39.7 km