Bridgwater and Taunton Canal

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Cycle legal public tracks for exploration of the stunning south west Protected Landscapes.
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One or more graded and way-marked off-road cycling trails with visitor facilities.
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An easy access route where history and wildlife abound.

A picturesque waterway passing through lowland Somerset with areas of historical interest and natural beauty, the canal forms part of the Sustrans cycleway route 3 and is an excellent cycle route between Taunton and Bridgwater.

There are some sections of the canal where walkers and anglers are given priority with the towpath left unsurfaced. Here, cyclists are directed onto adjacent quiet minor roads, but the majority of the route is off-road. Most of the towpath is surfaced to suit cyclists and further work is planned to improve this easy access route following the canal through attractive countryside.

There are bike shops in Bridgwater, Langport and Taunton. Cycle hire is available from Six Cycles and Kings Cycles in Taunton, and Bow Bridge Cycles in Langport.

How to get there:

There are train stations in Bridgwater and Taunton.

Taunton is easily accessible from J25 M5. Bridgwater is easily accessible from J24 M5.

You can find some further information on the canal on the Somerset County Council website.

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We want you to have a great adventure in the South West of England.

Read on to find out how we can help you…

Bike wheels lined up The Trail Essentials guide gives you the important things to know before you head out on your bike. Please read and enjoy it. The Project promotes legal, sustainable and responsible riding only. The future development of off-road cycling in the south west is in your hands – treat it carefully and it will grow!

To have a truly enjoyable experience it is really important to match a cycling adventure with the skill, knowledge and fitness level of the people taking part - we can’t stress this enough! We provide you with information to use in deciding which adventures you will enjoy, and which you will leave for another day!

If you haven’t already, take a look at the Trail Grading guide on our website and see which one you feel you fit into. Then search the map which grades of trail we would recommend for your experience level.

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