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We are the Bristol 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 quarterly 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

Walk descends to Paradise Bottom then climbs back past Leigh Woods car park to take the Monarchs Way to Abbots Leigh, then crosses the A369 to Abbots Pool and ends along Sandy Lane. Peaceful woodland, riverside and open fields.

May be muddy in places. Walking boots advised. 

Bring own refreshments for stop on route.

Tuesday, 21 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Bus X4 at 09.20 from Bristol Bus Station to Sandy Lane, Abbots Leigh, due to arrive at 09.40. Check timetables nearer date of walk.

Pub and cafe a short walk from end.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 53885 73861
Nearest postcode:
BS8 3QY
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park and meet in lay-by on north-east side of A369 , opposite Sandy Lane.

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 quarterly 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