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West Mendip Walkers

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Overview

West Mendip Walkers, easy 6 mile walk with a few gentle ascents and descents starting from Croscombe Village Hall. From Croscombe, we walk across a series of fields to Dinder, and onto the moat at the Bishops Palace in Wells. Cross B3139 and ascend steps onto the East Mendip Way. Follow the track through the golf course and rise above Kings Castle Wood. Continue on East Mendip Way then turn right to take a series of paths descending into Croscombe. 

Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
170m / 558ft
Type:
circular

Some cattle in fields so dogs need to be closely supervised, A few stiles but nothing major. Toilets at village hall. George Inn at Croscombe for lunch afterwards. Crossing B3139 at two different points so care is required. 170m ascent. 

  • The meal at the end of this walk is a social event for members of the West Mendip Walkers group and their partners. 
  • Please register in advance for this walk so that the walk leader can compile an accurate list of participants beforehand.  
  • Also, 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 58600 44501
Nearest postcode:
BA5 3RA
what3words:
reseller.alas.drain
Start time:
10:00 am

Croscombe Village Hall car park. BA5 3RA. Also free road parking nearby

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.75 per month
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