Kilve is a village situated at the northern end of the Quantock Hills in Somerset, England. This region features a distinctive blend of coastal and hilly landscapes, offering a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits. Its geology includes the fossil-rich Kilve Beach and the elevated terrain of the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The area provides varied settings for several sports like jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, and more.
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.4
(18)
141
riders
29.5km
02:59
700m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.4
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224
riders
33.4km
03:30
860m
860m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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55
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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33
riders
19.6km
02:12
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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119
hikers
5.22km
01:24
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
hikers
9.34km
02:30
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
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2.83km
00:45
30m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.0km
03:14
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
10.1km
01:12
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
runners
6.99km
00:52
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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91
runners
23.4km
03:05
770m
770m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.3km
02:40
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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75
riders
102km
05:44
1,700m
1,700m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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45
riders
73.3km
03:40
990m
990m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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46
riders
40.7km
02:07
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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18
riders
60.9km
02:56
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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36
riders
25.8km
02:30
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
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18.1km
01:55
450m
450m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
11.7km
01:05
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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27.4km
02:00
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
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41.9km
03:36
1,030m
1,030m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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27.6km
02:37
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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23.2km
01:52
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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18.3km
01:21
360m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kilve offers a range of outdoor activities including jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region features 41 routes with an average rating of 4.49 stars from more than 10,000 visitors.
Kilve provides extensive hiking opportunities, particularly along the West Somerset Coastal Path. The Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, also offer a network of paths through woodlands and hills. For detailed options, refer to the Hiking around Kilve guide.
Kilve offers several jogging routes, with 8 specific routes listed on komoot. The West Somerset Coastal Path provides a pleasant surface for jogging above the cliffs. The Running Trails around Kilve guide details available options.
The Quantock Hills, adjacent to Kilve, are known for diverse terrain suitable for mountain biking, including bridleways and tracks. The MTB Trails around Kilve guide provides specific routes for mountain biking enthusiasts.
Kilve and its surrounding area offer scenic road cycling routes along quiet lanes and through rolling Somerset countryside. The Road Cycling Routes around Kilve guide lists various options for road cyclists.
The Kilve Heritage Trail is an easy-access route, approximately 0.5 miles (0.7 km) long, suitable for various mobility levels and families. For other accessible options, the Easy hikes around Kilve guide can be consulted.
Kilve Beach is a Site of Special Scientific Interest known for its rock formations and abundant fossils. The Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, provide a backdrop of heathland, woodlands, and combes. Panoramic views of the Bristol Channel are available from coastal paths and higher ridges.
Kilve Beach is famous for its fossils, including ammonites and reptile remains, making it a popular location for geologists. The cliffs are layered with oil-bearing shale and lias embedded with these ancient remains. The shoreline is mostly rocky, with numerous rockpools at low tide.
Kilve is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 10,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The 41 available routes have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Kilve, covering various sports. These include Running Trails around Kilve, Hiking around Kilve, and Road Cycling Routes around Kilve, among others.
The West Somerset Coastal Path runs directly through Kilve, offering extensive opportunities for hiking and jogging. It provides views of Kilve Beach, the Bristol Channel, and the Somerset countryside. The path features a 'springy turf' surface above the cliffs.
The Quantock Hills are an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) located inland from Kilve. This area offers an intricate network of paths through wooded valleys and hills. It is known for its diverse landscape and wildlife, including deer.

