Congratulations on signing up to the Somerset Cycle 2025!

You have signed up for either the 44km, 64km or 109km* cycle – this is a timed event, with self-guided route GPX files. This route is suitable for road bikes but we welcome everyone to the challenge whether that’s on a hybrid or mountain bike. The Quantock Hills will provide a stunning backdrop for the event and although we can’t promise sunshine, we can promise glorious scenery and a rewarding experience we are sure you will enjoy!

Make sure you’re geared up (!) and well prepared for the ride by getting in lots of training beforehand. By completing the Somerset Cycle, not only will you experience a great sense of achievement, both in knowing you have succeeded in completing the challenge but also that you will have raised vital funds for the Youth Adventure Trust’s work with vulnerable young people.

*please note the route has been revised and is slightly longer than previously stated

All participants must complete a Medical & Personal Details form before the challenge. Please click here to enter your details.

Notes on completing this form:
It is essential that you answer all questions as fully as possible, signing and dating the declaration at the end. The information will be kept confidential to event staff and any medical officer(s) attending the event. When answering questions please bear in mind that we are particularly interested in any history of the following conditions: asthma; bronchitis; heart conditions; high blood pressure; kidney or bladder disease; fits; HIV; faints; blackouts; severe headaches migraines; diabetes, joint, back or muscle problems; any allergies including food sensitivities; mental health problems, including phobias; visual or hearing problems; heart related illnesses. If you fail to disclose any relevant information, your safety may be jeopardised. In addition, any insurance you have may be invalid.

8:15am: Arrive at start location for registration and safety briefing

9am: All 3 distances start

Start/Finish location: Bridgwater and Taunton College – Google Maps (free parking available)

There will be feed stations along the route for each distance, one for the short and medium routes (providing sweet snacks) and two for the long route (providing a mix of sweet and savoury snacks). We will endeavour to have our feed stations near toilets but please come prepared to stop in cafes along the route if necessary. Toilet facilities and parking will be available at the start line. 

Start/Finish location: Bridgwater and Taunton College – Google Maps

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Bath Road

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 4PZ

 

Ride with GPS link- route map and elevation for 44k route

GPX route to download for 109km route (revised 23.04)

Ride with GPS link- route map and elevation for 64k route

GPX route to download for 109km route (revised 23.04)

Ride with GPS link- route map and elevation for 109km route

GPX route to download for 109km route (revised 23.04)

 

 

 

43km Route: 

• At 22.6km: Nether Stowey Clock Tower

64km Route: 

• At 30km: The Rocking Horse Café, Taunton

110km Route: 

• At 35km: Ralegh’s Cross Inn
• At 70km: Blue Anchor

Download our handy social media posts below so that you can easily share your involvement in the challenge with your friends, family and contacts. You can keep your supporters up-to-date with the challenge you’re undertaking, as well as encourage donations from your networks by posting throughout your journey.

SELF-FUNDED SOCIAL MEDIA POST

FUNDRAISING SOCIAL MEDIA POST

Please use #SomersetCycle and remember to tag us in using our handles below;

Facebook – @youthadventuretrust

Instagram – @youth_adventure_trust

Twitter – @youth_adventure

If you would like us to set up personalised posts for you, including your Enthuse page link and your company logo, please let us know.

Have you:

• • Checked you have all the kit you need?
  • Posted on social media using the social posts in the above section of this page?
  • Started your training? Our training advice is available here.
  • Started your fundraising? Advice and support is available by clicking here.

 

Advice for cyclists:

Safe and responsible cycling involves thinking about and doing five things:

1. Making good and frequent observations
Make sure you are aware of who else is around you, and how far away they are.

Be aware of potential hazards.

2. Choose the most suitable riding position for each point in your journey
You should keep at least 0.5 metres (just over 1.5 feet) away from the kerb edge (and further where it is safer) when riding on busy roads with vehicles moving faster than you.

You may ride in the centre of your lane, known as the ‘primary position’, on quiet roads, in slower-moving traffic and at the approach to junctions or road narrowings.

If you are riding with others, you may ride 2 abreast, particularly in larger groups or when accompanying children or less experienced riders.

At junctions with no separate cyclist facilities, you should position yourself as if you were driving a motor vehicle: Position yourself in the centre of your chosen lane, where you feel able to do this safely, to make yourself as visible as possible and to avoid being overtaken.

People cycling are asked to be aware of people driving behind them and allow them to overtake (for example, by moving into single file or stopping) when it’s safe to do so.

Take care when passing parked vehicles, leaving enough room (a door’s width or 1 metre) to avoid being hit if a car door is opened, and watch out for pedestrians stepping into your path.

Use cycling infrastructure where it makes your journey safer and easier. This will depend on your experience and skills and the situation at the time. While such facilities are provided for reasons of safety, cyclists may exercise their judgement and are not obliged to use them.

3. Communicating intentions clearly to others
If there are other road users, you can signal to show them what you plan to do, make eye contact where possible.

4. Understanding priorities on the road
When turning into or out of a side road, you should give priority to people crossing or waiting to cross. As part of the hierarchy of road users those that can cause greater harm have more responsibility to reduce the risk that they may pose to others.

When you are cycling straight ahead at a junction, you have priority over traffic waiting to turn into or out of a side road, unless road signs or markings indicate otherwise.

You may pass slower-moving or stationary traffic on their right or left. You should proceed with caution as people driving may not be able to see you.

You must obey all traffic signs and traffic light signals.

5. Be prepared
Always use lights after dark or when visibility is poor.

Light-coloured or fluorescent clothing can help other road users to see you in daylight and poor light, while reflective clothing and/or accessories (belt, arm or ankle bands) can increase your visibility in the dark.

You should avoid clothes that may get tangled in the chain, or in a wheel or may obscure your lights when you are cycling.

Wear a correctly fitted cycle helmet that is securely fastened and conforms to current regulations.

Your local council and other popular online apps can help you plan your journey by providing maps showing dedicated paths and routes.

Where using shared cycles (private, docked or dockless) wash your hands for at least 20 seconds or sanitise your hands before and after cycling.

You should consider improving your cycling through accessing cycle training opportunities in your area such as council-funded or private training with a qualified cycling instructor.