Axbridge Market Square – Shute Shelve Tunnel loop from Winscombe

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Axbridge Market Square – Shute Shelve Tunnel loop from Winscombe

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Axbridge Market Square – Shute Shelve Tunnel loop from Winscombe

02:05

28.9km

380m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

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Mendip Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Highlight • Forest

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Highlight • Natural

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View of Cheddar Reservoir

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Church of St John the Baptist, Axbridge

Highlight • Historical Site

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Axbridge Market Square

Highlight • Historical Site

A charming village. The church is quite spectacular and there is a cafe right next to it. A better place to stop before taking on the gorge... and it's tourists!

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27.2 km