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Hemyock Village Pump – Hemyock Castle loop from Clayhidon

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Hemyock Village Pump – Hemyock Castle loop from Clayhidon

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Hemyock Village Pump – Hemyock Castle loop from Clayhidon

04:26

67.9km

770m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.12 km for 109 m

After 38.9 km for 89 m

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3.77 km

Hemyock Village Pump

Highlight • Historical Site

Grade II Listed cast iron pump and well house. Inscription on north side commemorating the reign of Victoria, the accession of Edward VII and the restoration of peace in South Africa, dated 1902.

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4.17 km

Hemyock Castle

Highlight • Castle

Hemyock Castle is a privately owned scheduled Ancient Monument & residential site, normally only opened to the public during special open days on Bank Holiday Mondays (2 to 5 pm) …

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10.6 km

The Aviator, Dunkeswell Aerodrome

Highlight • Cafe

A fantastic pit stop on a ride for food and drinks with plentiful outdoor seating where you can watch the small planes and skydivers of Dunkeswell Aerodrome.

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29.7 km

View of Taunton in the Mist

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely views from up here on a clear day

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38.8 km

Great food and coffee, friendly staff, outdoor seating, and bike parking. Also food and drink allergy options, a loyalty card, plus they are dog friendly. If I remember correctly, open every day 10 to 4, possibly different at the weekend.

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39.6 km

Taunton Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Lying in the heart of Taunton, Somerset's county town, this stunning castle is a Grade I-listed building. Once part of a vast estate comprising thousands of acres, kings have visited, …

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