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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

Starts from the main car park in Midsomer Norton (South Road),  along streets initially then West towards Farrington Gurney, turns northwards past St John's Church , then past the Glider Crash Memorial on the way to Paulton.  On towards Radford where we then turn Southwards through Camerton and Clandown.  Then via the Fosse Way and a riverside path back to the car park.

Sunday, 18 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.1km / 10.6mi
Ascent:
289.6m / 950ft
Type:
circular

The Midsomer Norton South Road car park is free on Sundays.

The going underfoot will vary depending on the weather conditions with some road walking through Midsomer Norton and Radford. If it's wet be prepared for mud in places although not to deep. Good views to the south in places.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 66581 54125
Nearest postcode:
BA3 2EZ
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brother.boots.shielding
Start time:
10:00 am

South Road Car Park, Midsomer Norton

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