Crowcombe is a region in Somerset, England, situated within the Quantock Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The area features diverse terrain, including extensive moorland, ancient woodlands, and rolling hills, making it suitable for a range of outdoor pursuits. Its landscape composition provides varied gradients and natural features that support several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Crowcombe offers a variety of outdoor activities and routes for enthusiasts.…
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29.5km
02:59
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710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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18.9km
01:59
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.5km
01:09
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270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8.48km
02:31
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12.3km
01:36
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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48.5km
02:17
460m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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105km
05:35
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:24
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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41.9km
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.2km
01:52
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.3km
01:21
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27.4km
02:00
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.6km
01:29
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Crowcombe, located within the Quantock Hills AONB, offers a range of outdoor activities. These include hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The area features diverse terrain suitable for various pursuits, with more than 40 routes available.
Crowcombe provides numerous hiking opportunities within the Quantock Hills. Notable routes include sections of the Quantock Greenway and the long-distance Samaritans Way South West footpath. Hikers can explore moorland and woodland, with popular spots like Crowcombe Park leading to Black Hill and Hurley Beacon. More information is available in Hiking around Crowcombe.
Yes, Crowcombe offers options for easier hikes within its diverse landscape. These trails allow for exploration of the Quantock Hills without significant difficulty. Specific easy routes can be found in the guide Easy hikes around Crowcombe.
Crowcombe is situated within the Quantock Hills AONB, featuring extensive moorland, ancient woodlands, and rolling hills. Viewpoints like Beacon Hill Trig Point (310m) and Bicknoller Post (290m) offer expansive views. Wills Neck Summit, the highest point at 1,266 feet (386 m), provides views stretching to Dartmoor, Exmoor, and the Mendips.
The Quantock Hills, encompassing Crowcombe, offer mountain biking and gravel bike options. The Drove Trail provides opportunities for cycling with packed earth and rocky sections, offering views. For detailed routes, consult MTB Trails around Crowcombe.
Crowcombe is known for challenging road cycling routes, including the 'Crowcombe Hill Climb.' This ascent spans approximately 0.7 miles (1.3 kilometers) with significant elevation gain and sections reaching up to 25% gradient. The region features rolling hills and challenging ascents within the scenic Quantock Hills AONB. More routes are detailed in Road Cycling Routes around Crowcombe.
Yes, Crowcombe offers various trails suitable for jogging and running. The diverse terrain of the Quantock Hills provides options for different running experiences. Information on specific routes can be found in Running Trails around Crowcombe.
Crowcombe is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 13,000 visitors having explored the area. The routes have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 1,400 ratings. There are 43 total routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Crowcombe, covering various activities. These include Hiking around Crowcombe, Easy hikes around Crowcombe, Running Trails around Crowcombe, MTB Trails around Crowcombe, Road Cycling Routes around Crowcombe, Cycling around Crowcombe, and Gravel biking around Crowcombe.
Official village information for Crowcombe can be found on the Crowcombe village website. The website address is crowcombe.org.uk. For specific inquiries, direct contact with local businesses or services may be necessary.
Crowcombe village features a medieval church, historic buildings, and picturesque thatched cottages. Crowcombe Court, a stately Grade I listed building, and the 16th-century Carew Arms pub contribute to the village's historic appeal. The Crowcombe Heathfield West Somerset Railway Station also offers scenic steam train journeys.
The terrain in the Quantock Hills near Crowcombe is diverse, encompassing extensive moorland, ancient woodlands, and rolling hills. It includes challenging sections like Holford Combe with stream crossings and varied gradients, as well as open meadows. The Drove Trail features packed earth and rocky sections.

