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Publow

River Chew – All Saints' Church, Publow loop from Pensford

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
England
South West England
Publow

River Chew – All Saints' Church, Publow loop from Pensford

Moderate

5.0

(1)

10

riders

River Chew – All Saints' Church, Publow loop from Pensford

01:32

23.5km

290m

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: April 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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344 m

River Chew

Lake

2

609 m

Publow Bridge — Wild Swimming Spot

Highlight • Viewpoint

There's a deep pool under the village bridge here, which is perfect for cooling off on hot days!

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3

2.46 km

4

4.00 km

Compton Dando Village

Highlight • Pub

The pretty village of Compton Dando is nestled in the Chew Valley. It has many listed buildings and a long history, including a mention in the 1086 Domesday Book. Part …

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5

8.10 km

A pleasantly woody way to join up Keynesham and Saltford, but beware of cars on the blind corners.

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6

15.3 km

Marksbury Church and Joseph Harding's Tomb

Highlight • Historical Site

Find the tomb of Joseph Harding, "the father of Cheddar Cheese".

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7

19.1 km

Hunstrete Climb

Highlight • Climb

A generally gradual stepped climb from Woolard with a long consistent kicker at the end. Makes a wonderful descent.

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8

21.8 km

River Chew

Highlight • River

Winding 17 miles (27 km) through rural Somerset, the River Chew is a beautiful stretch of water. It passes through the Mendip hills, flowing through Publow, Woolard and Compton Dandon …

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9

22.8 km

All Saints' Church, Publow

Highlight • Religious Site

It is not so common for a Christian place of worship – which encompasses the whole of heaven – to be dedicated to “ALL SAINTS”. Usually it is one (or …

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23.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.4 km

1.90 km

845 m

368 m

Surfaces

18.8 km

4.67 km

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Monday 18 May

16°C

10°C

80 %

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Max wind speed: 23.0 km/h

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