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maps. Somerset Council and
CycleCity Guides cannot be held responsible for any
errors or omissions.
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by CycleCity Guides for Somerset
County Council. © 2009
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17 Shepton Mallet
14 Glastonbury & Street
15 Wells
18 Castle Cary & Bruton
8 Ilminster
9 Langport & Ham
11 Crewkerne
12 Martock & S. Petherton
2 Watchet & Williton
3 Wellington
5 Bridgwater
6 Burnham & Highbridge
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Somerset
Cycling advice and benefits
Moving Forward
From the Mendip Hills in the north, to the Quantocks in the west and
the Blackdowns in the south, Somerset is a county of contrasting
landscapes and moods, offering many attractions to visitors keen on
exploring its rich heritage and delightful countryside.
For walkers and cyclists seeking a relaxing rural jaunt, the Somerset
Levels are perfect touring country, with their meandering quiet lanes
and hill-free landscape. These ancient wetlands, rich in wildlife, are
home to one of Somerset’s oldest traditional skills – willow basket
weaving – an important craft for the production of a wide range of
items from lobster pots to hot air balloon baskets!
For those who prefer the challenge of mountain biking and hill
sports, the Quantocks, Mendips and Exmoor all provide exhilarating
opportunities to test your stamina against the hills and discover
some fantastic views.
Somerton Library
LIBRARIES
The Triangle, TA11 6QJ
01458 274104
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For the historically minded visitor, the county is a positive treasure
trove. There are dozens of fine old churches and historic towns and
villages, such as Wells, with the gothic grandeur of its wonderful
12th-century cathedral and the nearby moated Bishop’s Palace
with its famous bell-ringing mute swans. Classic steam trains run
along the West Somerset Railway, the UK’s longest privately-owned
passenger line, to the coastal towns of Watchet and Minehead.
2 Viaduct Fishery
Charlton Mackrell, TA11 7HU
01458 224471
Minehead & Dunster
Taunton
Chard
Cheddar & Axbridge
Somerton
Yeovil
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maps in the Somerset series
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Map 13
Including Upton, Littleton and Hurcot
Somerton
For those with a love of myth and legend, Somerset can fascinate
you with the legend of King Arthur. The Iron Age hill fort at South
Cadbury is the alleged site of Camelot and at Glastonbury Abbey, the
ancient monks claimed to have found the remains of this warrior and
his queen, Gwynevere. At Athelney stands a monument to another
monarch, King Alfred, reminding us of where he burnt the cakes.
West Street
07530 943355
[email protected]
Somerton TIC
TOURIST INFORMATION
Cox’s Yard, off West Street,
TA11 7PR
01458 272835
[email protected]
POST OFFICES
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This cycling and walking map is one
of a series covering towns and villages
throughout Somerset
Cycling and Walking in Somerset
13 Somerton
There’s so much more to Somerset than just its history. From
donkeys on the beach to quaint shops in small towns, or wide open
spaces with wildlife all around, there is something here for everyone
– and it can all be seen best by bicycle or on foot.
www.visitsomerset.co.uk
Market Place, TA11 7LX
01458 274653
4 Somerset Guild of Craftsmen
West Street, TA11 7PR
01458 274148
www.londoncigcard.co.uk
3 London Cigarette Card Co.
Cary Valley, TA11 6LJ
01458 274022
PLACES TO VISIT
National Cycle Network
On Road
National Cycle Network
Traffic-free
National Cycle Network
Proposed
Somerton hosts a wonderful calendar of events including an annual
May Fayre, a week-long arts festival in July and street entertainment
on the first Saturday of summer months. Regular WI markets are
held in the Wessex Rooms and there is a farmer’s market every
Thursday in the main square. For further information contact the
Tourist Information office or visit www.somerton.co.uk
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After spending the morning strolling around the town, why not take
a break for morning coffee at one of the tearooms or public houses?
You could then browse around specialist shops such as the London
Cigarette Card Company, the award-winning Deli or the organic
butchers. No visit would be complete without investigating the
town’s antique centre and the Somerset Guild of Craftsmen, situated
near the historic square.
Somerton, the ‘Ancient Royal Town of Wessex’, is a beautiful rural
town located in the heart of Somerset. If you want to spend a day
relaxing, enjoying lovely food, beautiful scenery and old-town charm,
Somerton is the place to visit. The town’s 17th century square,
floodlit market cross, town hall, elegant houses and inns – as well as its
wonderful church dating from the 13th century – create an attractive
settlement of outstanding architectural and historical interest.
Useful information & places to go
General
Moving Forward is
a Somerset County
Council initiative aimed at
reducing congestion and
pollution in Somerset. By
raising awareness and encouraging wider use of sustainable travel
alternatives such as walking, cycling, car share and public transport,
we can protect and improve our environment, our health and our
quality of life.
lAlways
abide by road regulations
and the Highway Code.
lMake
sure your bike is well maintained and roadworthy.
lBe visible. You must use front and
rear lights after dark and may wish
to consider wearing reflective or
bright clothing.
Did you know that the majority of car trips are less than 2 miles?
These days it’s all too easy to just hop in the car without thinking,
even when we’re only popping round the corner. Walking or cycling
some of these small journeys instead, even occasionally, would make
a big difference. We hope this map will help you to explore some of
the options suitable for you.
lWear appropriate footwear and
clothing and consider wearing a
helmet.
lCarry a good quality lock and
make sure you secure your bike if
leaving it.
To find out about other ways you can improve your quality of life
simply by making smarter choices about the way you travel, visit
www.movingsomersetforward.co.uk
lCycle route signs are generally
white on a blue background.
Comments
riding on the road
lMake sure you can start, stop,
signal confidently with both hands
and check behind without wobbling before riding on the road.
for future editions. Please send comments and
observations F.A.O. The Cycling Officer, Somerset
County Council, C702, County Hall, Taunton TA1
4DY or email [email protected]
These maps have been produced with advice
from local cyclists, town/parish councils and other
interested partners and will be continually reviewed
and updated. We welcome any comments that may
help improve the quality and information provided
Reporting a problem on a Public Right of Way
should judge the suitability of the route in relation
to the conditions at the time of use and their own
cycling ability. Somerset County Council does
not accept responsibility for any loss or damage
that may occur resulting from reliance on this
information.
This map is published with the intention of providing
information about the local road and cycle path
networks. Every effort is made to ensure that all the
information is up to date and accurate. Inclusion
of marked routes on the map does not guarantee
that these routes will be hazard-free. In particular,
the routes marked in yellow indicate strategic
routes linking settlements, marked cycle routes or
other facilities and have been chosen according
to a number of criteria which may make them
more convenient to cyclists, including gradient,
directness and typical traffic conditions. They do
not indicate an enhanced level of maintenance or
guaranteed safe conditions. In all cases, cyclists
or visit www.somerset.gov.uk/rightsofway,
where you can inform us via the interactive
mapping.
If you find a problem on a public footpath or
bridleway such as an obstruction, aggressive
animal, missing signpost or damaged stile please
telephone Somerset Direct on 0845 3459155
lIf you wish to improve your cycling
skills, you might consider one of
the excellent National Standards
training courses available for
adults and children. See www.
movingsomersetforward.co.uk for
more details.
Benefits of cycling
lIt can help keep you fit and healthy.
lIt
is fast, especially in towns or
during busy periods on the roads.
lIt is a great way to see the
countryside and get to interesting
places.
lIt
lRide about 1m out from the kerb
to avoid drains, litter and glass in
the gutter and to make yourself
more visible to following traffic.
lIt
lAlways
ride within your own ability.
lThink ahead and try not to make
sudden moves or changes in
direction. Anticipate obstacles and
turns ahead and position yourself
appropriately in good time. Act
decisively and do not be afraid to
assert your position on the road.
*Routes that are not public highway
These routes (denoted by dashed lines) are not
dedicated as public highway. Somerset County
Council has no responsibility for the maintenance,
ease of access or condition of these paths and
cannot accept any liability for any injury, loss or
damage to any property arising from their use.
is cheap.
is sociable.
lIt
helps cut congestion and is good
for the environment.
lIt
is fun!
lGive
way to pedestrians, wheelchairs and horse riders.