Nunney Castle – Mells Village loop from Leigh-on-Mendip

Nunney Castle – Mells Village loop from Leigh-on-Mendip

Moderate

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Nunney Castle – Mells Village loop from Leigh-on-Mendip

01:07

22.5km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.12 km

Nunney Pump Track

Highlight • MTB Park

Cool little pump track. Great for kids and big kids alike

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7.28 km

The Old Inn

Highlight • Cafe

Currently closed since Jan 2022.

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7.33 km

Nunney Castle

Highlight • Castle

In summer, there are often fairs or music events. In winter you can sneak into the castle and put a brew on for those cooler days 😉

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7.57 km

Riverside Slipway in Nunney

Highlight • River

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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17.7 km

Mells Village Shop, Post Office and Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great place to stop for tea and cake on a ride or walk. Attached is a little shop selling local produce which is handy if you need to grabs some snacks to take on the road.

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18.0 km

Garden cafe surrounded by beautiful planting and sculptures. terraced areas to enjoy the sunshine or a large greenhouse if it is raining. Very cycle friendly, with a wood fired pizza oven if you have worked up enough of an appetite.

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18.0 km

Mells Village

Highlight • Pub

Mells is a small pretty village in northeast Somerset. The streets feel old with several historically important buildings including the old church and manor house.
The Talbot Inn is a …

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18.1 km