Ashcott is a village situated in the heart of central Somerset, UK, within the picturesque Polden Hills. This region offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities, characterized by the undulating terrain of the Polden Hills and the expansive, flat wetlands of the Somerset Levels. These varied natural features provide opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Ashcott provides a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts, with more than 30…
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39
hikers
7.15km
01:48
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.05km
01:01
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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68
riders
48.3km
02:21
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
51.7km
02:20
260m
260m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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52.0km
02:35
190m
190m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
32.6km
01:25
110m
110m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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19
riders
92.7km
06:04
390m
390m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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43.0km
02:35
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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105km
06:38
420m
420m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
66.9km
04:01
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
25.9km
01:21
30m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.3km
01:10
30m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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21.9km
01:14
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
43.9km
02:19
170m
170m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
runners
7.08km
00:45
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.8km
01:20
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.9km
01:08
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
20.5km
02:08
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ashcott offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features diverse terrain from the Polden Hills to the Somerset Levels, providing varied routes for different preferences. Over 30 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.49 stars.
Ashcott provides access to hiking trails in the Polden Hills and the Somerset Levels. Notable locations include Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve and Ham Wall Nature Reserve, which offer well-maintained, largely flat trails. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Ashcott guide.
Yes, Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve and Ham Wall Nature Reserve offer easy trails suitable for all fitness levels and families. These routes provide opportunities for wildlife spotting in tranquil natural surroundings. The Easy hikes around Ashcott guide provides specific options.
The Somerset Levels, known for their flat and scenic roads, are excellent for road cycling around Ashcott. Komoot lists several bike rides through this area, catering to different fitness levels with mostly paved surfaces. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Ashcott guide.
Dog policies vary by reserve. Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve generally allows dogs on leads on public footpaths. RSPB Ham Wall has specific restrictions, often requiring dogs to be kept on leads and sometimes limiting access to certain areas to protect wildlife. Visitors should check the specific reserve's guidelines before visiting.
Key natural attractions near Ashcott include Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve and Ham Wall Nature Reserve, both part of the expansive Somerset Levels wetlands. The Polden Hills also offer scenic vistas and varied terrain. These areas are rich in biodiversity and provide opportunities for wildlife observation.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Ashcott, including Easy hikes around Ashcott, Hiking around Ashcott, Road Cycling Routes around Ashcott, Cycling around Ashcott, Running Trails around Ashcott, and MTB Trails around Ashcott.
Ashcott is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 14,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the area have received an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars from over 850 ratings.
Public transport options to reach nature reserves like Shapwick Heath and Ham Wall from Ashcott may be limited. Visitors are advised to check local bus schedules or consider alternative transport methods. Specific routes and schedules are not provided in the regional data.
Information regarding local amenities such as cafes, pubs, and accommodation in Ashcott village can typically be found on the official village website. The Ashcott Village Online website is a good resource for community information.
The official website for the village of Ashcott is ashcott.net. This site provides information about the village and its community.
For inquiries related to the Ashcott Parish Council, the Parish Clerk can be reached at 01458 860827. This number is for official parish council matters.

