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Sherborne Abbey – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Sherborne

Road cycling routes

South West England

Sherborne Abbey – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Sherborne

Moderate

4.5

(2)

27

riders

Sherborne Abbey – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Sherborne

02:23

49.3km

550m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.31 km for 359 m

Dismount required: • Monday-Friday: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM • Saturday: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.13 km

Paddock Garden

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely small park in Sherborne that is peaceful, beautiful and maintained. Ideal for a picnic or just a cuppa stop. You can get a nice coffee at Olivers on Cheap …

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2

1.76 km

Sherborne Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

For many, known as the ‘Cathedral of Dorset’ Founded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, Sherborne Abbey has developed from a Saxon cathedral to one of England’s most beautiful parish …

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3

2.08 km

St. John's Church

Highlight • Other

Quality and friendly bike shop. You may need it one day.
rileyscycles.co.uk

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4

14.3 km

Sutton Bingham Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Built in 1955 Sutton Bingham reservoir is managed by Wessex Water. It's a popular fishing and walking destination and a pretty spot for a stop off while riding around central …

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5

14.5 km

All Saints Church

Highlight • Religious Site

c12 Norman church with restored c13/14th wall paintings. Church should be open

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6

21.4 km

The Fox Inn Campsite

Highlight • Rest Area

This is a pub on the route that has amazing food but also allow you to camp in their garden. Call up beforehand but a great option, especially in the winter when the campsites are closed.

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7

21.6 km

View of Dorset National Landscape Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

No traffic. Fantastic surface. Incredible views from the top. Challenging climb or rapid descent. Cycling bliss!

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31.5 km

Evershot Plantation

Forest

9

37.8 km

Chetnole Inn

Highlight • Cafe

Well regarded pub with bike-friendly outside seating. Lunchtime snack menu. Closed on Mondays.

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B

49.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.7 km

2.55 km

930 m

118 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.0 km

11.4 km

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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