Charlton Viaduct – Technical Ascent from Dinder loop from Shepton Mallet

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Charlton Viaduct – Technical Ascent from Dinder loop from Shepton Mallet

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Charlton Viaduct – Technical Ascent from Dinder loop from Shepton Mallet

04:26

16.3km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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After 4.81 km for 25 m

After 14.5 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.64 km

Charlton Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

With 27 arches, the Charlton Viaduct is an immensely impressive structure. It was built in the 19th century to carry the Somerset and Devon Joint Railway, initially a single track …

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4.81 km

Somerset and Dorset Railway Viaduct, Ham Woods

Highlight • Structure

Take the route that goes over the top of the viaduct much easier.

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8.29 km

Technical Ascent from Dinder

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Nice alternative ascent up to the East Mendip Way. A bit steep and scrabbly but nothing that isn’t enjoyable. Just don’t try it on a road bike 😂

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14.5 km

Strawberry Line – Shepton Mallet

Highlight • Bridge

16.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.37 km

3.34 km

1.99 km

1.69 km

1.55 km

357 m

Surfaces

7.53 km

3.26 km

2.56 km

1.90 km

1.05 km

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Charlton Viaduct – Technical Ascent from Dinder loop from Shepton Mallet

Charlton Viaduct

Somerset and Dorset Railway Viaduct, Ham Woods

Technical Ascent from Dinder

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