Kelston and Avon Valley

Woodspring Group

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Overview

A walk taking you up, out of the Avon Valley via Kelston, via gentle gradients to the hilltops of the south Cotswolds. A final short, steep climb giving splendid views, then a leisurely descent to the outskirts of Bath, following the Cotswold Way and River Avon Trail, returning on a riverside or railway path.

Coffee & lunch stops.

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 359.7m / 1180ft
Type:: circular

Please inform the leader if you are joining this walk.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 68699 67501
Nearest postcode:: BS31 3EW
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Start time:: 9:45 am

Old railway bridge in High St, Saltford.

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