Swing Bridge Across the Canal – Taunton Castle loop from West Monkton

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Swing Bridge Across the Canal – Taunton Castle loop from West Monkton

Easy

5.0

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Swing Bridge Across the Canal – Taunton Castle loop from West Monkton

00:39

10.7km

30m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.94 km for 112 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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954 m

Swing Bridge Across the Canal

Highlight • River

It is a good cut through to walk towards Monkton Heathfield

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4.74 km

Goodlands Gardens

Highlight • Forest

Shaded town gardens with mixed use paths and a cafe,on NCN route 3

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5.03 km

Taunton Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Lying in the heart of Taunton, Somerset's county town, this stunning castle is a Grade I-listed building. Once part of a vast estate comprising thousands of acres, kings have visited, …

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5.33 km

Howard's Fish and Chips

Highlight • Restaurant

Best chippy in town

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5.89 km

Apple County Cycles

Highlight • Rest Area

New location, helpful and knowledgeable staff with a good stock of cycles and accessories.

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6.82 km

The Old Van Heusen Factory

Highlight • Historical Site

Was also a water pump station

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6.86 km

Pluto Marker – Great Space Walk

Highlight • Monument

You’ll find this shortly after finding the start if the path. I came from Taunton Station and the whole area around the area is undergoing redevelopment so be prepared for some fairly confusing detours to get to the path itself

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