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West Mendip Walkers

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

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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

West Mendip Walkers moderate 11.5 mile circular walk from Cadbury Castle car park. The route follows undulating footpaths over fields via the site of the medieval village of Whitcombe and along the Cleeve to the village of Chalton Horethorne. The route then heads west, steadily climbing to Corton Hill before descending into the village of Corton Denham. We then head on to the magnificent Corton Ridge, following it for 2 km along the Monarch's Way before climbing to the top of Parrock Hill. We then descend into the village of Sutton Montis and proceed onto the final leg of the walk ascending to the ramparts of Cadbury Castle, the alleged site of King Arthur's Camelot. 

Thursday, 5 March 2026
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
396.2m / 1300ft
Type:
circular

The route is dog friendly (caution near livestock and horses). There are also a couple of ticky stiles/kissing gates. Refreshments are available after the walk in the nearby Camelot Pub. The route is likely to be wet and muddy in places, especially near gateways. The appropriate footwear and clothing is advised. A number of short steep climbs, total elevation 1300 ft. [NB Out of fairness to everyone, regular walkers with the West Mendip Walkers are asked to take their turn in leading walks, typically around two a year]. 

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 63200 25301
Nearest postcode:
BA22 7HA
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Start time:
9:30 am

Cadbury Castle Car Park BA22 7HA

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