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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.

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 9.75 mile walk up Cold Kitchen Hill.  Starting from Shearwater lake we head up through the forest then reaching the more exposed Downs and Cold Kitchen Hill itself where there’s a trig point at the top which serves as a good stop for morning coffee break. We carry on along the downs with far reaching views across the countryside. The finale is passing down through the Redwood trees around Sheerwater lake . There are fine restrooms at the Shearwater Cabin serving tea & cakes. This is a dog friendly walk with a few gentle climbs and no stiles.

Thursday, 22 January 2026
Start time:
2:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.6km / 9.7mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 85399 42001
Nearest postcode:
BA12 8AE
what3words:
quiet.winners.listening
Start time:
2:30 pm

Shearwater car park

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