We are the Wessex Wanderers Railway Walks. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Tony R.
Heading out from the station following tracks alongside streams towards the Bruton Dam, which is an impressive flood storage reservoir built in the 1980s. Continuing up and over various fields past Colinshays Manor and then down to South Brewham village. We will stop at St. John's church and village hall for some refreshments and a comfort break. From here we head up out of the village towards the hamlet of Hardway again with great views of the rolling countryside and Alfred's Tower further in the distance. From here we eventually turn back towards Bruton covering various paths and fields. Arriving back in Bruton at the famous Hauser&Wirth exhibition/gallery/farm shop& cafe centre based at Durslade Farm premises,where refreshments and toilet facilities are available. From here then crossing the busy road it is a short walk back to the station using the designated footpath which is very close to the Dovecot landmark.
A moderate walk across the countryside using mainly footpaths/tracks across mostly fields and some wooded areas, which can be muddy in places. There will be several climbs up and down the rolling countryside throughout the walk. In addition there are several stiles to negotiate along the walk.
Bring lunch and a drink
Train times are shown from Bristol Temple Meads and Weymouth stations. Please check travel updates and train times before travelling. Go to www.gwr.com or National Rail Enquiries, https://www.nationalrail.co.uk, tel 03457 484950.
Should a train be delayed, the leader may, at their discretion, await its arrival up to a maximum of 20 minutes. Walkers are encouraged to contact the leader and should be aware a walk may depart without them in order for the walk to be completed and be back for return trains.
To Bruton:
From Bristol Temple Meads: ETD 10:04, ETA 11:14
From Weymouth: ETD 09.32, ETA 10:43
Return:
To Bristol Temple Meads: ETD 16:40
To Weymouth: 17:12
Whilst the walks are risk assessed, it is your responsibility to ensure your own personal health and safety.
Meet outside station
