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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

 

A short and easy walk high up on the north side of Mendip.  It takes in the glorious beech drive of Hazel Manor, a special WW2 air crash monument, the amazing work being done in the woodland, great views and ancient woodland.

 

 

 

Wednesday, 4 March 2026
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
4.2km / 2.6mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The walk is easy going, easy on the eye and good underfoot and is a mixture of ups and downs, with no stiles.

There is one field with a downward slope, walking pole/s recommended for this section of the walk.

Wear suitable footwear.

Always carry a drink, light refreshment, for during the walk.

Lunch together, but not compulsory, in a local cafe or similar at the end.

 

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 65116 56627
Nearest postcode:
BS39 7NW
what3words:
walks.roadblock.general
Meeting time:
10:00 am

Paulton free car park (behind the Chinese take away) High Street Paulton BS39 7PT

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 52999 56101
Nearest postcode:
BS40 6LP
what3words:
arrival.defrost.bumping
Start time:
11:00 am

Yeo Valley free car park It lies NW of the B3134 cross Mendip Road. At Nordrach take the road north towards Compton Martin and at Hazel corner where Hazel Manor drive starts, bend right and soon reach the car park on the right. Alternatively approach from Compton Martin and car park on your left before Hazel Drive bend.

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