Dowlish Wake is a picturesque parish village located in South Somerset, characterized by its tranquil rural setting and scenic landscapes. The area is situated on the Dowlish Brook, featuring a historic 17th-century packhorse bridge, and is known for its blend of historical charm and natural beauty. This region provides a suitable backdrop for several outdoor activities like jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, and more, with terrain ranging from quiet country roads to established cycle paths.
75
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4.4
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Average rating
671
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4.6
(7)
66
riders
13.6km
00:53
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
48.0km
02:55
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
40.3km
02:27
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
43.2km
02:49
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
runners
19.5km
02:04
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

33
runners
9.90km
01:05
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.92km
00:51
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
4.41km
00:29
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
75.7km
03:53
870m
870m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

13
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67.9km
03:23
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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18
riders
18.0km
01:01
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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16
riders
33.7km
01:28
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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24
hikers
14.2km
03:39
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
9.38km
02:33
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
hikers
4.16km
01:09
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
14.0km
03:38
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. 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.

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

2
riders
24.6km
01:43
310m
310m
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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Dowlish Wake offers a range of outdoor activities including Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, and Mountain biking. The region features 5 routes, which have been explored by more than 7,000 visitors.
Yes, Dowlish Wake has jogging routes available. There are 2 specific jogging tours listed for the area. For more details, explore the Running Trails around Dowlish Wake guide.
Dowlish Wake is situated on Route 30 of the South Somerset cycle path, offering options for touring and road cycling. Disused railway lines also provide relatively flat routes. Guides like Cycling around Dowlish Wake and Road Cycling Routes around Dowlish Wake provide specific tours.
There are 3 hiking tours available in Dowlish Wake. These routes often pass through the picturesque countryside and historical features. Detailed information can be found in the Hiking around Dowlish Wake guide.
Yes, Dowlish Wake offers easy hiking options suitable for various skill levels. A dedicated guide, Easy hikes around Dowlish Wake, provides specific routes that are less challenging.
Mountain biking opportunities are available in the Dowlish Wake area. For specific routes and terrain information, consult the MTB Trails around Dowlish Wake guide.
Key attractions include the 17th-century Packhorse Bridge over Dowlish Brook and the traditional pub, The New Inn. Nearby historical sites like Castle Neroche, Forde Abbey, and Dillington House also offer points of interest.
Dowlish Wake is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 7,000 visitors having explored the area. The available routes have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 stars from over 500 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Dowlish Wake, covering various sports. These include guides for Running Trails, Cycling, Road Cycling, Hiking, Easy Hikes, and MTB Trails.
The official community website for the village of Dowlish Wake is dowlishwake.org.uk. This site provides information on the village's heritage and community.
The area's disused railway lines offer relatively flat and easy terrain, which can be suitable for family cycling. Additionally, the Easy hikes around Dowlish Wake guide features less challenging routes.
Routes in Dowlish Wake feature varied terrain, including quiet country roads, established cycle paths along disused railway lines, and footpaths through the countryside. The area is characterized by its rural setting in South Somerset.

