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Dec
06
2025
Past Event
9.45am Mike Ginger Memorial Ride.
Vivary Park Bandstand
09:45 – 11:00
There are four rides leaving at 15 minute intervals. If this ride is full, try signing up for one of the others.
The rides are to honour Mike Ginger who recently passed away. TACC supporters will ride with us as guests.
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
Starting at
Vivary Park Bandstand.
Start time
09.45
Ride Leader
Arthur
Contact number
07860362794
Places up to 12
10
Distance*
Short
Miles
11.4
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
305ft.
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9-10mph
Route Out
The Foxglove Cycle Trail
Stopping At
A TauntonHigh Street cafe near Vivary Park after the ride.
Route Back
The Foxglove Cycle Trail.
Map/gps
Foxglove Cycle Trail (2025 Version) · Ride with GPS
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Dec
06
2025
Past Event
9.30am Mike Ginger Memorial Ride.
Vivary Park Bandstand
09:30 – 10:45
There are four rides leaving at 15 minute intervals. If this ride is full, try signing up for one of the others.
The rides are to honour Mike Ginger who recently passed away. TACC supporters will ride with us as guests.
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
Starting at
Vivary Park Bandstand.
Start time
09.30
Ride Leader
Ian B.
Contact number
07715286084
Places up to 12
10
Distance*
Short
Miles
11.4
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
305ft.
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9-10mph
Route Out
The Foxglove Cycle Trail
Stopping At
A TauntonHigh Street cafe near Vivary Park after the ride.
Route Back
The Foxglove Cycle Trail.
Map/gps
Foxglove Cycle Trail (2025 Version) · Ride with GPS
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Nov
29
2025
Past Event
Ride to Braziers fo coffee
St Peter & St Paul's Church
09:30 – 13:00
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
Starting at
Bishops Hull Church
Start time
09,30
Ride Leader
Jonathan
Contact number
07745 406419
Places up to 10
10
Distance*
15,5miles (25km)
Miles
Terrain**
lanes
Height Gain ft
600ft ( 200m)
Pace***
leisurely
Average mph
8-10
Route Out
Nynehead
Stopping At
Braziers
Route Back
Bradford on Tone
Map/gps
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45039110
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Nov
27
2025
Past Event
Not A Bridge Too Far!
Taunton Brewhouse
09:30 – 14:30
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
We'll keep an eye on the weather but we should be OK!
Starting at
The Brewhouse
Start time
9.30
Ride Leader
Paul Harper
Contact number
07711165696
Places up to 12
10
Distance*
Long
Miles
34 mile
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
On the level, up the hills!
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9-11 mph
Route Out
Brewhouse - Creech - N Curry - Stoke St Gregory - Langport
Stopping At
The Bridge Cafe
Route Back
The Bridge - Muchelney - Drayton - Fivehead - N Curry - Home
Map/gps
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Nov
20
2025
Past Event
No Fear It's Bere
Taunton Brewhouse
09:30 – 14:30
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
It will be chillier this week but it should be dry!
Starting at
The Brewhouse
Start time
9.30
Ride Leader
Paul Harper
Contact number
07711165696
Places up to 12
10
Distance*
Long
Miles
32
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
Undulating with flat bits
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9-11 MPH
Route Out
Brewhouse - Creech - 13 Bends - N Curry - Burrowbridge - Aller - Bere
Stopping At
Bere Cider farm
Route Back
Bere - Othery - Burrowbridge - N Curry - Creech - Home
Map/gps
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Nov
13
2025
Past Event
White Post Wander (Mixed Ride)
French Weir Park
09:30 – 14:00
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
The weather is not promising so this is a shortish ride with a quick return if we need it!
Starting at
French Weir
Start time
9.30
Ride Leader
Paul Harper
Contact number
07711165696
Places up to 12
8
Distance*
Medium
Miles
24
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
Gradual climb, nice descent
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9 - 11mph
Route Out
French Weir - B Hull - Bradford on Tone - E Nynehead - Langford Budville
Stopping At
White Post
Route Back
White Post - Milverton - Oake - Hillfarance - B Hull - Home
Map/gps
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Nov
12
2025
Past Event
Hive Community Cafe, Trull,...14 miles...525 ft ascent
French Weir Park
10:00 – 14:00
Be watchful for updates because of changeable weather.
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
Starting at
French Weir Park
Start time
10.00am
Ride Leader
Arthur
Contact number
07860 362794
Places up to 12
8
Distance*
Short
Miles
14 miles
Terrain**
Easy - moderate
Height Gain ft
524ft ascent
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
8.5- 9.5 mph
Route Out
Stopping At
Hive Community Cafe, Trull Church, Trull.
Route Back
Map/gps
Full route details: Hive Community Cafe, Trull...14 miles...524 ft ascent. · Ride with GPS
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Nov
06
2025
Past Event
To the BBC
Vivary Park
09:30 – 14:30
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
This is the second attempt, again, weather permitting!
Starting at
Vivary Park
Start time
9.30
Ride Leader
Paul Harper
Contact number
07711165696
Places up to 12
8
Distance*
Long
Miles
34
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
Some Ups ^ and Downs \
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9 - 11 mph
Route Out
Vivary - Stoke - Broadway - Horton - Sea - Ilminster - Dillington
Stopping At
Beech Barn Cafe
Route Back
BBC - Ilton - Isle Brewers - Fivehead - Helland - N Curry - Home
Map/gps
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Nov
05
2025
Past Event
Skittles, Village Hall, Norton Fitzwarren...354 ft ascent, 8.5 mph
French Weir Park
10:00 – 14:00
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
Please be aware there may be updates to this ride due to changeable weather.
Starting at
French Weir
Start time
10.00
Ride Leader
Arthur
Contact number
07860 362794
Places up to 12
8
Distance*
Short
Miles
12 miles
Terrain**
Easy - moderate
Height Gain ft
354 ft ascent
Pace***
Slow - moderate
Average mph
8.5 - 9.5 mph
Route Out
Stopping At
Skittles, Village Hall, Norton Fitzwarren
Route Back
Map/gps
FULL ROUTE DETAILS;
Sending Skittles, Village Hall, Norton Fitzwarren...11 miles · Ride with GPS
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Oct
30
2025
Past Event
Hive Community Cafe...Trull...14 miles... 545ft ascent
French Weir Park
10:00 – 14:00
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
Watch out for updates due to weather.
Starting at
French Weir
Start time
10.00am
Ride Leader
Arthur and Gillian
Contact number
07860 362794
Places up to 12
8
Distance*
Short - medium
Miles
14 miles
Terrain**
Easy - moderate
Height Gain ft
545ft ascent
Pace***
Slow - intermediate
Average mph
8.5 - 9.5 mph
Route Out
Stopping At
Hive Community Cafe, Trull.
Route Back
Map/gps
Full route details; Hive Community Cafe, Trull...14 miles...524 ft ascent. · Ride with GPS
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Oct
28
2025
Past Event
Biking to Barrington
Vivary Park
09:30 – 15:00
At the moment the forecast looks ok for next Tuesday so fingers crossed for a ride.......
Note : one nasty crossing over the A358
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
Starting at
Vivary Park
Start time
9.30
Ride Leader
Paula Corke
Contact number
07812009062
Places up to 12
8
Distance*
Long
Miles
36 miles approx.
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
Ups and downs
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9- 11mph
Route Out
Stoke St. Mary, Broadway, Puckington
Stopping At
Beagle Cafe Barrington Court
Route Back
Isle Abbots, Fivehead, Curry Mallet, North Curry
Map/gps
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+
Oct
23
2025
Past Event
Beech Barn
Vivary Park
09:30 – 15:30
Members should ensure they sign up for a ride that is suitable for them
New members are advised to contact the ride leader if in any doubt
The weather forecast is not looking great... but we'll give it a go and decide on the day!
Starting at
Vivary Park
Start time
9.30
Ride Leader
Paul Harper
Contact number
07711165696
Places up to 12
8
Distance*
Long
Miles
32
Terrain**
Moderate
Height Gain ft
Good views at times!
Pace***
Intermediate
Average mph
9 - 11 mph
Route Out
Vivary - Stoke - Broadway - Horton - Sea - Ilminster
Stopping At
Beech Barn Cafe
Route Back
Dillington - Stocklinch - Ilton - Isle Brewers - Fivehead - Helland - NC - Home
Map/gps
Take with you: Spare inner tube, Pump, Lights, Water and Snack
*Short up to 20miles, Medium 20 -30miles, Long 30-40miles Extended 40 miles+
**Easy mostly level ground, Moderate occasional gentle hills, Hard longer and/or steep hills,
Tough unrelentingly hilly or has a particularly long, steep climb
***Slow up to 9mph, Intermediate 9-11mph, Brisk 11-13mph, Fast 13mph+