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Sunday, 14 August 2022 (Group: Somer Valley)
Start time 10:00
Moderate 8.5 miles / 13.7 km (Estimated finish time: 15:00)
An attractive walk starting from the Timsbury Conygre Hall out towards the direction of Farmborough Common then onto the Priest Barrow hill, and heading out to the village of Stanton Prior. Returning back passing through the Priston Mill venue centre and onto the edge of the hamlet Inglesbatch continuing through to village of Priston and finally returning back to Timsbury. The route follows both good lanes and footpaths across fields and a quiet country road.
Sunday, 11 September 2022 (Group: Somer Valley)
Moderate 6.4 miles / 10.3 km (Estimated finish time: 14:00)
Walk along the old Somerset Coal Canal to its western terminal where wildlife prevails. Continue on a level course along the Limestone Link to Greyfield Wood, now managed by The Woodland Trust. Hidden in the scenery is years of coal mining history. Return to Timsbury on the outskirts of High Littleton where William Smith, known as the 'Father of
English Geology' once lived and worked. A gradual climb up the hillside will give you superb views across the edge of The Mendip Hills before a well deserved cup of tea and cake
Moderate 7.5 miles / 12.1 km (Estimated finish time: 14:45)
A varied walk of hills and valleys, encapsulating countryside on the southern side of Timsbury full of industrial history now hidden by years of nature creeping across the landscape. You will quickly leave Timsbury and be immersed in a landscape filled with nature and fascinating local history. Follow the old coal truck route into the Cam Valley, then climb up out of the valley to be rewarded by wonderful views. A good walk in the countryside will take you to Clandown and along the ancient cart route of Binces Lodge Lane. Turning northwards you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of Paulton including the original Paulton Cottage Hospital. Back on the trail your walk returns to the Cam Valley and the Coal Canal Basins of Timsbury and Paulton where history, farming and nature merge together to provide a unique wildlife sanctury. Return to Timsbury along the second of the villages 'haha' and absorb a final panoramic view of the edge of the Mendips before refreshing yourself with a cup of tea and cake.
Strenuous 12 miles / 19.3 km (Estimated finish time: 16:45)
An invigorating walk visiting some hidden corners of the Somer Valley catchment area. Hills, woods and valleys. Weather permitting you will have far reaching views towards Bristol and the Bristol Channel from the heights of The Sleight. Take a lesser walked route through the Kingwell Estate towards Greyfield Wood and along The Limestone Link to Clutton. The second hill climb of the day finds you at the peak of Barrow Hill where one of Farmborough's Manor Houses still stands. Enjoy a visit to the grounds of Hunstrete House, now a popular restaurant in 'The Pig' portfolio and possibly see fallow deer grazing. You will pass a site excavated by Time Team to unearth the original foundations of Hunstrete House. In Common Wood you may encounter masked combat persons enjoying the recreational hobby of 'Paint Ball'. Emerge from the woods into Marksbury and across fields to the quaint village of Stanton Prior. On the final leg take the ancient footpath which once ran from Keynsham to Frome and pass Priest Barrow, reputedly the burial site of battling tribesmen. After an easy path to Timsbury you will be well rewarded with tea and cake.
Start time 14:00
Leisurely 3.2 miles / 5.2 km (Estimated finish time: 15:45)
This short walk is designed to give you great views and introduce you to some hidden gems of the North Somerset Coal Field, now mellowed and blended into the natural scenery. There is a need to walk up hill at the end of the walk, with no pressure to walk at speed.
From the start it's a level walk to the open end of a 'haha' and weather permitting giving you fine views across to The Mendip Hills. Gently walk down hill to the bottom of The Cam Valley where the old Somersetshire Coal Canal once carried coal from the local coal mines to The Kennet and Avon Canal and onwards to destinations across the country. The basins are now considered a tranquil idyll and very popular with local walkers. Walk along the route of the canal to organic Radford Mill Farm, a camping destination. Gently climb up the hillside through an area of Open Access Land and onwards to the end of the walk where tea and cake will greet you.