Wells Cathedral – Vicars' Close loop from Rodney Stoke

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Wells Cathedral – Vicars' Close loop from Rodney Stoke

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Wells Cathedral – Vicars' Close loop from Rodney Stoke

01:52

27.5km

260m

Cycling

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

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.4 km for 221 m

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Cheddar Motor Drove and Labourham Drove

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great off road link between Cheddar and Draycott, Gravel drove with a lot of hanging water after rain. A great alternative to the road.

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Farm Shop Selling Strawberries

Highlight • Structure

18.0 km

Wells Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Built from honey-coloured stone between 1176 and 1450, Wells Cathedral is an intricaticate example of Gothic architecture. It has been called "unquestionably one of the most beautiful" and "most poetic" English cathedrals, and its easy to see why.

You can visit the cathedral from 7am - 7pm. Three is also a cafe, shop, and possibility to go on a guided tour. You can find more information, here: wellscathedral.org.uk

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18.3 km

Vicars' Close

Highlight • Monument

One of Britain’s oldest residential streets. Dating from the 14th century it’s a worth while visit for an cycle tour in Wells.

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19.0 km

The City Arms

Highlight • Pub

Proper Job and Jail Ale... perfect for post ride pint. Food looked promising although we didn't eat

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24.8 km

Westbury-sub-Mendip Strawberry Line

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Newly open segment of the Strawberry line opened in December 2022. Avoids the main road but to get back onto the main road there is a fairly steep dilapidated road with loose rocks etc at the east end, you may need to get off and push.

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