Kingston St Mary is a village and civil parish in Somerset, England, situated at the southern edge of the Quantock Hills National Landscape. The region features a diverse landscape of rolling hills, wooded valleys, and varied farmland, making it well-suited for a range of outdoor pursuits. This topography provides varied terrain for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Kingston St Mary offers a variety of outdoor activities…
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231
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34.3km
03:24
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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56
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34.4km
02:39
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.6km
02:55
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710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.8km
01:33
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
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4.18km
01:14
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.13km
01:26
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. 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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2.05km
00:33
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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62.0km
05:52
1,280m
1,280m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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46.8km
03:45
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.4km
01:52
430m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.6km
02:25
130m
130m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
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60.0km
03:00
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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79.5km
03:50
820m
820m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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98.9km
05:30
1,550m
1,550m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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45.4km
02:10
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5
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43.2km
03:09
740m
740m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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124
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31.8km
02:15
70m
70m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58
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56.8km
03:27
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43
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30.7km
01:55
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55
runners
10.2km
01:04
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.89km
00:56
50m
50m
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.

14
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9.67km
01:06
270m
270m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kingston St Mary offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region provides diverse terrain suitable for various skill levels. More than 28,000 visitors have explored the area, contributing to an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars for its routes.
Popular hiking routes include the Cothelstone Hill & Buncombe Wood loop, an easy 2.6-mile (4.2 km) trail offering panoramic views. The Fyne Court & Broomfield Common loop provides an easy 3.2-mile (5.1 km) path through historic gardens and woodlands. For more options, consult the Hiking around Kingston St Mary guide.
Yes, easy hiking routes are available, such as the Cothelstone Hill & Buncombe Wood loop, which is 2.6 miles (4.2 km) long. Another accessible option is the Fyne Court & Broomfield Common loop, spanning 3.2 miles (5.1 km). Additional easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Kingston St Mary guide.
Kingston St Mary offers varied terrain for road cyclists, with routes through scenic landscapes and quiet lanes. A challenging option is the "Taunton and the Quantocks loop," a 26.8-mile (43.1 km) touring cycling route with significant elevation gain. The Road Cycling Routes around Kingston St Mary guide provides further details.
The Quantock Hills provide mountain biking opportunities with trails for different skill levels. Routes include the Quantock Hills loop from Lydeard Hill car park and various loops around West Bagborough. The MTB Trails around Kingston St Mary guide details specific options.
The Kingston Area Pedestrian and Cycle Campaign (KAPACC) promotes safe off-road routes, and an annual Family Fun Cycle Ride takes place in the area. The South Quantock Heritage Trail also includes two cycle rides suitable for touring. Specific family-friendly routes can be explored through local cycling resources.
Kingston St Mary is located at the southern edge of the Quantock Hills National Landscape, featuring rolling hills like Cothelstone Hill and Lydeard Hill. These offer expansive views across the Somerset Levels and Bristol Channel. Wills Neck Summit is the highest point in the Quantock Hills, providing extensive panoramic views.
Komoot offers several guides for Kingston St Mary, including Road Cycling Routes around Kingston St Mary, Hiking around Kingston St Mary, and MTB Trails around Kingston St Mary. Guides for Easy hikes, Cycling, Running, and Gravel biking are also available.
Kingston St Mary is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 28,000 visitors having explored its routes. The area's 24 routes have received an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars from over 1,700 ratings.
For general inquiries related to the parish, the Kingston St Mary Parish Council Clerk can be reached at 07500 889 426. The official community website for Kingston St Mary is kstm.uk.
Yes, touring cyclists can find routes such as the challenging "Taunton and the Quantocks loop," which covers 26.8 miles (43.1 km). The South Quantock Heritage Trail also includes two dedicated cycle rides. Further touring options are detailed in the Cycling around Kingston St Mary guide.
Wills Neck Summit is the highest point in the Quantock Hills. It offers extensive panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. This area is part of the Quantock Hills National Landscape, which borders Kingston St Mary.

