Curry Rivel is a village situated on a ridge overlooking the expansive Somerset Levels, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area features a unique blend of elevated viewpoints, such as the Burton Pynsent Monument, and the flat, water-channeled terrain of the Levels below. This varied topography provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more, across a mix of gentle paths and more challenging gradients. The region is characterized by its ancient wetland landscape, including the distinctive "rhynes" and natural reserves like Dundon Beacon.
Curry Rivel provides a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts, with more than 50 routes available across various sports. Road cyclists and touring cyclists can explore the flat, scenic routes across the Somerset Levels or tackle the more undulating terrain around the village for varied challenges. Hikers and joggers will find paths along the rhynes, through nature reserves, and up to viewpoints offering panoramic vistas. More than 5,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Curry Rivel, resulting in an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 stars. Explore specific activities further with guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Curry Rivel, Hiking around Curry Rivel, and Running Trails around Curry Rivel.
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Routes
4.5
(50)
Average rating
882
People visited

5.0
(1)
97
riders
42.8km
01:49
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(4)
42
riders
44.4km
02:07
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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44
riders
33.5km
01:25
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

32
riders
75.8km
03:22
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
(4)
16
hikers
10.1km
02:33
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
27
hikers
5.84km
01:29
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
13
hikers
8.27km
02:06
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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8
hikers
8.50km
02:10
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
(1)
26
riders
39.3km
02:22
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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5
riders
11.9km
00:42
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
51.3km
03:05
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
62.3km
03:45
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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53
runners
11.4km
01:11
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
runners
12.8km
01:20
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
5.93km
00:37
60m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
9.14km
00:58
100m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
36.7km
02:18
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
30.7km
01:48
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
23.7km
01:39
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
39.6km
02:54
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Curry Rivel offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features 68 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.34 stars from more than 5,000 visitors.
Road cycling in Curry Rivel offers routes across the flat Somerset Levels and more undulating terrain around the village. Cyclists can find specific routes and guidance in the Road Cycling Routes around Curry Rivel guide. There are 31 dedicated road cycling tours available in the area.
Curry Rivel provides various hiking opportunities, from gentle paths along rhynes to more strenuous walks through nature reserves. The Hiking around Curry Rivel guide details suitable routes. For less challenging options, explore the Easy hikes around Curry Rivel guide.
Touring cyclists can explore 17 routes in Curry Rivel, often utilizing the scenic network of paths across the Somerset Levels. The Cycling around Curry Rivel guide provides comprehensive information for planning touring adventures.
Curry Rivel features 14 jogging routes, offering diverse terrain for runners. These trails range from paths along water channels to routes through the local landscape. Runners can find detailed information and maps in the Running Trails around Curry Rivel guide.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity in Curry Rivel. Specific routes and guidance for off-road cycling can be found. Consult the MTB Trails around Curry Rivel guide for detailed information on local trails.
The Burton Pynsent Monument, a 140-foot high structure on Troy Hill, offers expansive views over the Somerset Levels. The area also features the distinctive grid of water channels known as rhynes and the historic Burrow Mump. Dundon Beacon Nature Reserve provides a mix of grassland and ancient woodland.
Curry Rivel is a popular destination on Komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 68 routes have received over 300 ratings, averaging 4.34 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Curry Rivel covering various activities. These include guides for Road Cycling, Hiking, Touring Cycling, Running, and MTB Trails.
The official community website for Curry Rivel is curryrivel.org.uk. This site provides local information and community updates. For parish council matters, the website is curryrivelparishcouncil.gov.uk.
Curry Rivel is developing an active travel network to provide safe paths for walkers, cyclists, and wheelchair users. The Parish Council is working on a dedicated path connecting Curry Rivel to Langport. This initiative aims to create a wider car-free network across the Somerset Levels and Moors.
The terrain for cycling in Curry Rivel is diverse, featuring both flat sections across the Somerset Levels and more undulating areas around the village. This allows for varied challenges suitable for different cycling preferences. The higher ground offers rewarding views.
Yes, Curry Rivel offers routes suitable for beginners and families, particularly across the flat Somerset Levels. For hiking, the Easy hikes around Curry Rivel guide provides specific options. The developing active travel network also aims to enhance safe paths for all users.

