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Taunton to Blackdown Hills running loop

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South West England

Taunton to Blackdown Hills running loop

Hard

2

runners

Taunton to Blackdown Hills running loop

01:52

17.9km

120m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Blackdown Hills AONB

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.46 km

Taunton Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Lying in the heart of Taunton, Somerset's county town, this stunning castle is a Grade I-listed building. Once part of a vast estate comprising thousands of acres, kings have visited, …

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2

10.7 km

Poundisford Park House

Highlight • Other

This 16th-century house sits in a medieval deer park and peaceful grounds. Built in the mid 1500s by William Hill, the estate itself was originally part of the Bishop of …

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3

13.8 km

View of the Blackdown Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

Worth a stop here to catch your breath and enjoy some wonderful views over the Blackdown Hills.

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B

17.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.82 km

5.69 km

4.46 km

747 m

592 m

590 m

Surfaces

7.33 km

6.43 km

3.43 km

592 m

119 m

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Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Tuesday 10 November

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87 %

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