The Buffalo – St George's Thatched Church loop from North Cheriton
The Buffalo – St George's Thatched Church loop from North Cheriton
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The Buffalo – St George's Thatched Church loop from North Cheriton
03:12
51.8km
440m
Cycling
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 8, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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18.9 km
St Gregs' Church
Highlight • Religious Site
Here's a detailed look at St Gregory's Church:
Ancient Roots: The church's origins are deeply rooted in history, with construction beginning around 1150 AD on the site of a former Saxon church. The first Rector was appointed about 100 years later.
Expansion Over Centuries: The church has evolved over many centuries. What is now the Hussey Chapel (housing the Carent tomb) dates back to 1250. A north aisle, bell tower, and in the Victorian era (around 1850), a new south aisle and chancel were added.
Thomas Hardy Connection: St Gregory's holds a literary connection, being one of the locations for Thomas Hardy's novel Tess of the D'Urbervilles. The churchyard is where Tess's baby, Sorrow, was buried, and her attendance at a service is described in the book.
Continuous Worship: Despite its age, St Gregory's remains an active place of worship with a reasonably sized congregation and is spiritually significant to a wider community who attend major festivals.
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21.8 km
Views
Highlight • Viewpoint
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30.2 km
The Udder Farm Shop
Highlight • Cafe
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36.8 km
The Buffalo
Highlight • Pub
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37.8 km
St George's Thatched Church
Highlight • Historical Site
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42.3 km
View Over Cucklington Village and Blackmore Vale
Highlight • Settlement
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42.3 km
View of Cucklington Village and Countryside
Highlight • Settlement
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47.6 km
The Nog Inn
Highlight • Pub
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51.8 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
45.1 km
5.54 km
838 m
266 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
28.5 km
23.0 km
355 m
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Elevation
Highest point (140 m)
Lowest point (50 m)
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Saturday 30 May
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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h
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