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Wessex Wanderers Railway Walks

We are the Wessex Wanderers Railway Walks. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

We walk up through Becky Addy Woods, via Westwood, Iford, Freshford and Avoncliff, returning to Bradford on Avon along the canal.

Some hills, may be muddy and slippery in places, some stiles.  Option to leave the walk at Freshford.  

Wednesday, 13 August 2025
Start time:
11:20 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Bring picnic lunch

Registered assistance dogs only.

Outward trains to Bradford on Avon

From Bristol Temple Meads  ETD 10.45    ETA  11.18

From Weymouth  ETD  09.32    ETA  11.17

Return trains from Bradford on Avon

To Bristol Temple Meads   - frequent service

To Weymouth 16.36

Please check train times before travelling.  Go to www.gwr.com or National Rail Enquiries, https://www.nationalrail.co.uk, tel 03457 484950

Most railway stations do not have toilet facilities so it is advisable to use those on the train before alighting if needed. 

Whilst the walks are risk assessed and may be changed at short notice if necessary, it is your responsibility to ensure your own personal health and safety by wearing appropriate footwear and clothing, and bringing sufficient food and drink with you

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 82511 60679
Nearest postcode:
BA15 1DB
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Start time:
11:20 am

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking