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

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Overview

From the car park, we head up on Ham Link road, climbing up Burrington Ham to continue to Beacon Batch. Turning east then north, the walk descends to the village of Blagdon and continues to the next village Ubley, enjoying lovely views of the lake/reservoir, weather permitting. Turning uphill from the village through Ubley Wood, and after about a mile of road walking, we reach the meandering paths of Velvet Bottom. Near the end of VB where it meets West Mendip Way, we climb up a hill heading towards Beacon Batch and then descend back to the cars. The total ascent is slightly over 2000 feet. It a gentle walk with two distinct and contrasting landscapes.

Sunday, 21 September 2025
Meeting time:
7:55 am
Start time:
8:30 am
Estimated finish time:
5:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
24.1km / 15.0mi
Ascent:
609.6m / 2000ft
Type:
circular

OS Maps used: Explorer 141. NB finish time is approximate

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 58018 73587
Nearest postcode:
BS8 1TZ
what3words:
brands.ritual.lands
Meeting time:
7:55 am

Meet at Priory Road, BS8 for lift sharing

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 47691 59082
Nearest postcode:
BS40 7AS
what3words:
interacts.necks.equipping
Start time:
8:30 am

The location shown is only indicative. If you wish to join the walk, contact the walk leader for start details.

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