4.8
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16
riders
4
rides
Mountain biking around Culmstock offers routes through diverse landscapes, including established woodland tracks and paths alongside the Grand Western Canal. The terrain features gentle ascents and descents, with some routes exploring areas near historical sites like Hembury Fort. The region provides a mix of natural and man-made features suitable for various mountain biking experiences.
Last updated: May 21, 2026
4.6
(7)
7
riders
27.3km
01:45
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
2
riders
16.9km
01:23
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.0
(1)
4
riders
26.1km
01:37
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
1
riders
15.7km
01:12
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
2
riders
18.3km
01:09
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Drewe Arms is a beautiful country pub selling a good range of cask ales. Food is very good, but not sold Sunday evenings. Well worth a visit.
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This is a beautiful little 19th century church in the Village of Sheldon. It has a Norman font and the tower was originally built in the 15th century. There is a bench outside the church grounds and an old red phone box.
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Broadhembury village lies within the borders of the beautiful Blackdown Hills Area of Natural Beauty in Devon. It's a quintessential Devonshire village featuring thatched roofs, a pub and an old church.
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There are 4 mountain bike trails documented around Culmstock on komoot, offering a variety of experiences through woodlands and along canal paths.
The mountain bike trails around Culmstock are predominantly easy to moderate. Out of the 4 routes, 3 are rated easy and 1 is moderate, making the area suitable for a wide range of riders, including beginners.
Yes, many of the trails are suitable for families due to their easy difficulty rating and gentle terrain. Routes like the Broadhembury Village – Heron's Way Woodland Track loop from Broadhembury (16.9 km) or the Grand Western Canal Dock – Jubilee Bridge loop from Willand (26.1 km) offer accessible rides through pleasant scenery.
You can expect a mix of woodland tracks, paths alongside the Grand Western Canal, and rolling hills. The terrain generally features gentle ascents and descents, providing a varied but manageable riding experience.
Yes, all the mountain bike routes listed for Culmstock are circular. Examples include the Heron's Way Woodland Track – Knowles Wood loop from Willand and the Hembury Hill Lane – The Six Bells Inn loop from Hembury Fort.
Several routes pass by or are close to interesting sights. You might encounter historical sites like Culmstock Beacon Viewpoint or St Mary's Church and Hemyock Castle. The Hembury Hill Lane – The Six Bells Inn loop from Hembury Fort, for instance, explores areas near Hembury Fort.
The mountain bike trails in Culmstock are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.8 stars from over 8 reviews. Riders often praise the diverse landscapes, including extensive woodlands and canal paths, and the suitability for various ability levels.
Yes, the Hembury Hill Lane – The Six Bells Inn loop from Hembury Fort is named after The Six Bells Inn, suggesting a potential stop along this 15.7 km moderate route.
The region's trails, featuring woodland and canal paths, are generally enjoyable throughout the year. However, spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures and beautiful scenery, while summer provides longer daylight hours. Winter rides are possible, but some paths might be muddy after heavy rain.
While most routes are easy to moderate, the Heron's Way Woodland Track – Knowles Wood loop from Willand is the longest at 27.3 km and is rated moderate, offering a more extended ride through extensive woodland areas.
Yes, the Grand Western Canal Dock – Jubilee Bridge loop from Willand is a 26.1 km easy route that specifically leads through canal paths and open countryside, offering a flat and scenic ride.
The area around Culmstock has historical significance. The Hembury Hill Lane – The Six Bells Inn loop from Hembury Fort explores areas near Hembury Fort, an Iron Age hillfort, offering a ride with historical context.


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