We are fortunate in the UK to have access to the countryside via a comprehensive network of Public Rights of Way.
For walking, cycling and horse riding in the Abbas & Templecombe area the Ordnance Survey Explorer Series (orange cover) map No 129 will provide you with details of all the footpaths, long distance paths and bridleways.
Alternatively, you can access the ‘Explore Somerset’ online map which is on the Somerset County Council website, under Roads & Transport then Rights of Way or follow the link below:
https://roam.somerset.gov.uk/roam/map
Enter your postcode to select our area. The map shows which rights of way are footpaths, bridleways including stiles, gates or steps. If you wish to make an observation about any of the above, you can use the ‘Report’ button on the map page. This is useful to report damage, maintenance issues etc.
Alternatively, Parishioners could contact the Parish Council via the Contact page on this website to investigate problems encountered.
Templecombe Circular Walk
Within the Parish of Templecombe you can access footpaths off Bowden Road, Lily Lane, Throop Road, East Street and Temple Lane.
A booklet of a Circular Walk around Templecombe can be accessed on the Templecombe Village website or paper copies are available from the Parish Council clerk.
