Clyst St. Mary is a village in East Devon, characterized by its river valleys, heathlands, and proximity to the Exe Estuary. The landscape features the meandering River Clyst, extensive floodplain meadows, and areas like Woodbury Common, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This region offers opportunities for several sports like gravel biking, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more, making it a diverse destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
In Clyst St. Mary, outdoor activities…
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4.6
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35
riders
38.5km
03:20
730m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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48.3km
03:28
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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30.0km
02:16
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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riders
21.3km
01:12
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
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55.0km
04:46
1,000m
1,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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30.1km
02:32
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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84.3km
06:31
990m
990m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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68.7km
05:14
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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520
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21.5km
01:21
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.0km
00:57
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
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73.8km
04:55
740m
740m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71.9km
04:42
870m
870m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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387
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62.5km
02:40
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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88
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67.9km
03:12
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

89
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50.3km
02:27
420m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
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51.8km
02:45
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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292
runners
22.3km
02:21
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.42km
00:40
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.3km
02:08
120m
120m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.74km
00:54
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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131
hikers
17.4km
04:29
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.41km
02:08
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39
hikers
10.7km
02:44
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
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5.36km
01:23
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Clyst St. Mary offers diverse outdoor activities including gravel biking, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and jogging. The region features 8 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.54 stars on komoot.
Yes, Clyst St. Mary provides access to gravel biking trails, particularly around Woodbury Common, which features mixed terrain and pebbled paths. Routes often incorporate woodlands and disused railway lines. For more information, consult the Gravel biking around Clyst St. Mary guide.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like the Exe Estuary Trail, a 16-mile (26 km) predominantly flat, traffic-free path. Other routes in the Clyst Valley feature gently rolling landscapes and agricultural areas. The Cycling around Clyst St. Mary guide provides further details.
Hiking opportunities are available along the River Clyst and within the Clyst Valley Regional Park. The Exe Estuary Trail is also popular for walking, offering easy access to nature reserves. More information can be found in the Hiking around Clyst St. Mary guide.
Yes, nearby Woodbury Common and Aylesbeare Common offer technical single-track trails suitable for mountain biking. These areas provide more adventurous off-road cycling experiences. Refer to the MTB Trails around Clyst St. Mary guide for specific routes.
The Exe Estuary Trail is a largely flat and traffic-free route, making it suitable for families. The developing Clyst Valley Trail also aims to provide multi-use, traffic-free paths. These routes offer accessible options for various skill levels.
Trails in Clyst St. Mary feature the meandering River Clyst, extensive floodplain meadows, and woodlands within the Clyst Valley Regional Park. The Exe Estuary Trail offers views of coastal wetlands and is important for wintering birds.
Komoot offers several guides for Clyst St. Mary, including Gravel biking, MTB Trails, Cycling, and Hiking. There are also guides for road cycling, running, and easy hikes.
Clyst St. Mary is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 71,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 8 available routes have received over 2,500 ratings, averaging 4.54 out of 5 stars.
The official website for Clyst St. Mary, covered by the Bishops Clyst Parish Council, is bishopsclyst.org.uk. This site provides local information and resources.
Yes, the Exe Estuary Trail offers a 16-mile (26 km) route that can be extended by connecting to other paths. The East Devon Trail, a 113-mile bikepacking route, also includes sections accessible from the wider East Devon region.
The region features historical elements such as Clyst St. Mary's late 12th-century bridge, rebuilt in 1310. This bridge is one of the oldest in Devon outside Exeter's city boundary and can be encountered during local explorations.

