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Ash Common Nature Reserve – Scenic Country Road loop from Fitzhead

Moderate

4.9

(7)

153

riders

Ash Common Nature Reserve – Scenic Country Road loop from Fitzhead

02:17

48.5km

460m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.89 km for 186 m

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3.38 km

Ash Common Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

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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2

4.66 km

The railway makes a fun challenge ride. Friends or family members can ride the train and you can race on the bike there and back with an ice cream or chips on the sea front in the middle.

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3

4.98 km

Bishop's Lydeard Railway Station

Highlight • Historical Site

The southern terminus of the West Somerset Heritage Railway, visiting this historic station feels like stepping back in time. Even if you don't plan on catching a train here, the …

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4

8.78 km

Scenic Country Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

5

11.1 km

Main Road

Highlight • Trail

Can be busy.

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6

24.6 km

The Square, Wiveliscombe town centre

Highlight • Historical Site

The Square in the heart of Wiveliscombe is home to some absolutely fantastic buildings. With several Grade Listed structures and some dating back to the 17th century, it makes for …

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43.6 km

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48.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.5 km

5.30 km

369 m

123 m

115 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

41.5 km

6.63 km

437 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Tuesday 26 May

30°C

16°C

23 %

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