Overview

Join us for the first ever Somerset Cycle, in partnership with Black Rat Cycling, taking place on Saturday, 26th April 2025. We have three fantastic and challenging routes available to suit your riding experience and fitness levels. Join a community of like minded cyclists for an unforgettable day. 

Whether you’re looking for a personal challenge or a family day out, this event will be a fantastic and rewarding experience for everyone.

Itinerary

• 40km – Short Ride: Our short ride is suitable for less experienced riders who are looking for a lovely day out on the bike but don’t want to spend all day climbing hills. There will definitely be some climbing on this route but a lot less than the two longer routes. From the Bridgwater start this route heads into the Quantocks with the only serious climb of the day coming just after Enmore, where the road climbs gradually for 3km. After that, you will head downhill to Nether Stowey before heading to Stogursey, where you will pick up the Long and Medium Routes heading back to Bridgwater.
• £30 entry fee OR £10 with a fundraising target of £75 (which could cover the cost of one activity at our overnight expedition).

• 60km – Medium Ride: Our medium ride spends the majority of the route in the Quantocks. You’ll follow the same route as the Long Distance riders initially, but at Bishops Lydeard, the medium route heads north west along the side of the Quantocks towards Crowcombe and Bicnoller. Once you reach West Quantoxhead, you will rejoin the long route, taking you on flat, quiet roads through Stogursey and Cannington, back to Bridgwater.
• £40 entry fee OR £20 with a fundraising target of £100 (which could cover the cost of the overnight expedition accommodation and travel costs for one young person).

• 105km – Long Ride: Our longest distance is 105km, the route takes you out of Bridgwater where you will very quickly find yourselves on the beautiful, serene roads of the Quantocks. After climbing and descending the Quantocks, you will pass Bishops Lydeard with a gradual incline towards Exmoor National Park. Upon entering the park at Raleigh’s Cross, the road undulates until you reach Triscombe where the signature climb of the day awaits – Dunkery Beacon – the highest point in southern England (outside of Dartmoor) at 519m. The route climbs the easier southern side of the hill but you’ll need to keep your wits about you as immediately after reaching the summit you’ll face the steep descent of the northern side towards Luccombe. Thankfully, the majority of the hard work is done from here, leaving you with a pleasant ride on quiet roads through Dunster, Blue Anchor and Watchet before heading back to the finish at Bridgwater.
• £50 entry fee OR £30 with a fundraising target of £150 (which could cover the cost of one young person’s place on the Coastal Day).

Individuals and Families

We welcome individuals and families to sign up to this challenge. You can use the challenge as a personal one, as well as an opportunity for you and your family to experience something epic together.

We’re here for you

The Youth Adventure Trust team is here for you throughout your Spmerset Cycle journey. Whether its advice on training, fundraising or equipment please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Once registered you’ll have access to our helpful training and fundraising resources, but we are also just a phone call or email away if you want to talk anything through.

If you want to chat to us before you register your team then please feel free to get in touch with Philippa Cox who would be happy to help.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your entry. Our cancellation policy is as follows:

• If you cancel more than 12 weeks in advance of the event, you will receive a full refund.
• If you cancel between 12 and 6 weeks in advance of the event, you will receive a 50% refund.
• If you cancel within 6 weeks of the event, no refund will be given.

Please note that all cancellations must be made in writing and sent to philippa@youthadventuretrust.org.uk Refunds will be processed within 30 days of receiving your cancellation request. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you for your understanding.