Chard Town is a region in Somerset, England, situated amidst varied countryside that makes it suitable for a range of outdoor activities. Positioned as one of Somerset's highest towns and located between Dorset and Devon, the area offers diverse landscapes, from tranquil nature reserves to the rolling hills of the Blackdown Hills National Landscape. This geographical setting provides opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
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8
hikers
9.13km
02:33
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.85km
02:24
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.6km
02:43
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.59km
01:59
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
71.3km
04:58
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.5km
01:23
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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67.9km
04:10
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.6km
00:38
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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57
runners
21.9km
02:18
150m
150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.4km
01:25
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.1km
01:22
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.1km
01:23
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
18.2km
01:03
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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65.6km
03:03
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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18.6km
01:10
140m
140m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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51.4km
02:29
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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riders
23.7km
01:39
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.6km
02:54
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

18.1km
01:11
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.0km
03:17
940m
940m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Chard Town offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for these pursuits, from tranquil nature reserves to rolling hills.
Hiking routes are available in Chard Town, with options in Snowdon Park and Chard Reservoir Local Nature Reserve. More details can be found in the Hiking around Chard Town guide, which lists 23 routes.
Chard Town offers cycling routes for touring and road cycling. The Sustrans off-road cycle path (Route 33) provides connections to a broader network, and the Blackdown Hills National Landscape features extensive trails. There are 35 touring cycling routes and 50 road cycling routes.
Chard Town has mountain biking options, with 1 route currently listed. Information on trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Chard Town guide.
Chard Town offers family-friendly options, particularly for walking and jogging in places like Snowdon Park and Chard Reservoir Local Nature Reserve. The region is listed as having family-friendly highlights, providing accessible outdoor experiences.
Notable natural features include Chard Reservoir Local Nature Reserve, Snowdon Park, and the Blackdown Hills National Landscape. These areas offer diverse landscapes for outdoor activities, from open water and woodlands to rolling hills.
Chard Town features 157 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 stars from nearly 400 ratings.
Several komoot guides are available for Chard Town, including Cycling around Chard Town, Hiking around Chard Town, and Road Cycling Routes around Chard Town. There are also guides for jogging, easy hikes, and MTB trails.
Easy hiking routes are available around Chard Town. The Easy hikes around Chard Town guide provides specific options for less strenuous walks. Snowdon Park and Chard Reservoir offer gentle paths.
The official website for Chard Town is https://www.chard.gov.uk/. This site provides general information about the town and local services.
Chard Town can be contacted by phone at 01460 239567. This number connects to the local council for inquiries.
Chard Reservoir Local Nature Reserve is a tranquil area near the town center, offering picturesque views, wildflower meadows, and woodlands. It is suitable for peaceful walks and birdwatching, though cycling is not permitted within the reserve itself.

