Herepath trails
Staple Fitzpaine Herepath
13.7mile (22km) circular
Yes
A good days walk!
A good half day ride!
A good half day ride!
Gravelled forest roads, stone tracks, grass fields, some steep slopes.
The Staple Fitzpaine Herepath Trail is a long distance trail, which is a good days walk or half day ride/cycle.
The route follows existing public Bridleways and new sections of permissive bridleway. The trail is waymarked and easy to follow - look out for the wooden Herepath posts.
Digital Trail Guides
Explore the Staple Fitzpaine Herepath Trail with a Free to use Digital Trail Guide.
Cyclists
The trail is also suitable for experienced off-road cyclists. If you plan to cycle the trail make sure you have a well-maintained mountain bike and a suitable level of fitness! Mountain Bikes can be hired for a little as £15 per day from Kings Cycles in Taunton.
Horse riders
Please note that due to height restriction barriers at Castle Neroche and Staple Hill, horse box parking is not available in these car parks. Secure horsebox parking can be arranged at:
Curland Equestrian Centre - 01460 234234
Bickenhall Farm – 07977 273 566
Netherclay Livery Centre – 07710 614 139
Staple Park Farm – 01823 480 343
Staple Hill ST 246 159, Castle Neroche ST 273 157, Thurlbear Wood (small)
