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Shepton Mallet

Gare Hill – Climb to Stourhead loop from Shepton Mallet

Moderate

5.0

(2)

23

riders

Gare Hill – Climb to Stourhead loop from Shepton Mallet

02:42

46.5km

680m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Bus stop

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14.0 km

Riverside Slipway in Nunney

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On the opposite side of the road from the church is a small slipway to the river. The bollards on the roadside are wide and flat and make a good place to perch.

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2

15.1 km

An old road which you can now use as a cut through between Nunney and Cheese hill.

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3

15.5 km

sneaky little cut through to avoid crossing the main road.

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21.6 km

Gare Hill

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One of the bigger hills near Frome - it goes up in 3 but once you are at the top their are great views, lots of quite roads to choose from as well as bridleways through the forest.

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5

23.4 km

Gare Hill Summit

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Gare hill is a great climb to test yourself on - it goes up in 3 stages and brings you up into the forest. Or if you are looking for fun it's a great descent.

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6

24.7 km

Dark Lane Climb

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A fantastic climb featuring a sharp hairpin bend near the top that adds a rewarding challenge. Spotting the house ahead signals you're almost at the summit, so shift into a …

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7

24.8 km

Climb to Stourhead

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Some people like to torture themselves up Kingsettle Lane. By comparison, this is a really nice and enjoyable climb up to the same area. Never gets too steep and some …

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44.4 km

Lane Into Shepton Mallet

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A little lane that drops you right down into the town- handy if you want to visit the Rapha store and cafe :)

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46.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.3 km

2.09 km

142 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

34.2 km

10.3 km

2.02 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Tuesday 26 May

29°C

16°C

24 %

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