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The Road to Hell – Woodpecker Nesting Trees loop from Lydeard St. Lawrence

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The Road to Hell – Woodpecker Nesting Trees loop from Lydeard St. Lawrence

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The Road to Hell – Woodpecker Nesting Trees loop from Lydeard St. Lawrence

01:06

10.2km

160m

Running

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

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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5.79 km

Old Common

Forest

7.68 km

Broad Oak Wood

Forest

8.07 km

The Road to Hell

Highlight • Trail

8.52 km

Woodpecker Nesting Trees

Highlight • Natural

Look for a rotten tree trunk along path with lots of holes

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10.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.88 km

1.28 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.98 km

2.89 km

460 m

194 m

188 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Thursday 25 June

26°C

17°C

0 %

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The Road to Hell – Woodpecker Nesting Trees loop from Lydeard St. Lawrence

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