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Mendip Group

We are the Mendip Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

West Mendip Walkers moderate to strenuous 11.5mile circular walk from Holford Bowling Green (TA5 1SA). On leaving the car park the route follows the road via Alfoxton House. It then ascends up to open moor land and continues to Bicknoller Post, Halsway Post and on to Hurley Beacon and then to Dead Woman's Ditch. After this the walk passes through a wooded section to Great Bear and the west flank of Dowsborough Fort before descending to Holford Combe and the car park. Dog friendly always mindful of sheep and ponies grazing on the moorland.

 

Thursday, 28 December 2023
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Moorland walking with views over the Bristol Channel and surrounding countryside.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 15400 41001
Nearest postcode:
TA5 1SA
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Start time:
9:30 am

Parking in Holford Bowling Green car park. Walk starts from here.

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