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Somer Valley Group

We are the Somer Valley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

An interesting undulating circular walk which starts at Heavens Gate and gives you wonderful views over the Longleat Estate. We then pass through the village of Horningsham and continue through woodland and across pastureland before arriving back at the car park. Taking this walk at this time of year the rhododendrons should be out at Heavens Gate and the woods are carpeted with blue bells.

Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please bring a light picnic lunch and a drink

Wear suitable footwear

Walking poles may be useful

Features

  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 65125 56578
Nearest postcode:
BS39 7NW
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Paulton free car park (behind the Chinese Take Away) High Street Paulton Bristol BS39 7NW

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 82771 42279
Nearest postcode:
BA12 7LG
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Start time:
10:00 am

Nockatt Coppice Car Park (Heavens Gate) Longleat Estate BA12 7LG

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