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Chard Town

Chard Reservoir – Forest Dirt Path loop from Chard

Hard

29

riders

Chard Reservoir – Forest Dirt Path loop from Chard

04:10

67.9km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.18 km

Chard Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Chard Reservoir is no longer used as a commercial reservoir but is managed as a nature reserve. A lovely, peaceful spot to stop and watch the water birds.

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16.7 km

Sturm's Hill Plantation

Forest

3

17.2 km

Farmers Arms

Highlight • Pub

4

18.1 km

Forest Dirt Path

Highlight • Forest

5

28.2 km

North Curry Village Square

Highlight • Settlement

And a great community coffee stop. The church is worth a visit as the Cathedral of the Moors. It just happens to be next door to a micro brewery!

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6

28.6 km

Village Café

Highlight • Cafe

Super friendly and great (cheap) food

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7

30.9 km

Great cafe in the heart of the Somerset levels popular with cyclists.

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8

39.5 km

Old Brick Chimney and Plow

Highlight • Historical Site

9

42.9 km

Views from the bridge over the River Parrett in Langport.
Parrett Trail Bikes shop and hire open 9:30 - 16:00 Wed to Sun. Closed Mon and Tue.
The Bridge café …

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B

67.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.7 km

3.77 km

3.36 km

3.25 km

1.23 km

629 m

Surfaces

41.7 km

24.4 km

1.40 km

557 m

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Monday 25 May

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