Can you cycle up Porlock Hill?
Porlock Hill is one of 13 climbs in the 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs, Britain book that are in the South-West region.
How steep is Porlock hill?
1 in 4
It climbs 725 feet (221 m) in just under 1 mile (1.6 km), the steepest gradient on any A-road in the UK. At one point, there is a warning sign advising motorists of a gradient of 1 in 4 (25%).
How much is Porlock toll?
Toll prices are: £1.00 for bicycles, £1.50 for motorcycles, £2.50 for cars, £4.00 for cars with caravans/motor caravans, and £6.00 for light lorries (there’s a 7.5T weight limit) and coaches….Porlock Toll Road.
| Scenic Woodland Toll Road | |
|---|---|
| Distance: | 4.2 miles (6.8 km) |
| Meets: | A39, A39 |
| Traditional Counties | |
| Somerset |
What road is Porlock Hill on?
scenic A39 road
Located in Somerset county, in South West England, Porlock Hill is said to be the steepest A road in the country. Part of the scenic A39 road, the road is totally paved.
What is the steepest road in Cornwall?
Is there one near you?…
- Cove Road, Sennen Cove. Maximum gradient: 20%
- Lamorna Cove. Maximum gradient: 17%
- Porthmeor Hill, St Ives. Maximum gradient: 16%
- St Thomas Hill, Launceston. Maximum gradient: 14%
- Rock Lane, Bodmin. Maximum gradient: 14%
- Rose Hill, Fowey. Maximum gradient: 14%
- Phillack Hill, Hayle.
How do I stop Porlock Hill?
Cycling. The road is not only used by traffic wishing to avoid Porlock hill, but also by cyclists and walkers who want to enjoy the unrivalled views and enjoy a bit of a work-out at the same time!
Is Porlock a nice place to live?
Porlock is a pretty, traditional Exmoor village, surrounded on three sides by rolling hills and wooded coombes, and to the North by the Bristol Channel. It is a walkers’ paradise, conveniently situated for some beautiful hikes and trails.