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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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Overview

An early summer visit to Glastonbury and around the iconic Tor.  We set a gentle pace and avoid stiles when ever possible. Finishing the walk at Middle Wick Cafe, set in quintessentially Somerset Levels countryside. 

Wednesday, 6 May 2026
Meeting time:
9:40 am
Start time:
10:45 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

This walk is quite different to our usual group walk, especially the start time and recommended method to the start.  Please read the location details carefully. As always a visit to a cafe is included.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Introductory walk

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 63178 55652
Nearest postcode:
BS39 6TY
what3words:
dabbling.partner.cracking
Meeting time:
9:40 am

Overflow car park for Farrington Gurney Village Hall and football club, Church Lane, Farrington Gurney. From here we plan to catch the 375 (First Bus) from the bus stop on Bristol Road. The bus is due at 9:50. Bring your bus pass if you have one. You are welcome to catch the bus at a more convenient stop if you wish. Service 375 travels from Bristol Bus Station to Glastonbury along the A37 and A39. Should you not wish to catch the bus please join us at the start of the walk, Glastonbury Town Hall, at 10:40.

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 49893 38863
Nearest postcode:
BA6 9EH
what3words:
spruced.conceals.momentous
Start time:
10:45 am

Meet by the bus stop outside Glastonbury Town Hall, Magdalene Street, Glastonbury to start walking at 10:45, (or soon after if the bus if delayed.) If you are driving you may like to make use of the car park at Morrisons, £4 for 5 hrs.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
ST 51953 39565
Nearest postcode:
BA6 8JW
what3words:
footballers.host.snappy
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm

The walk finishes at Middle Wick Cafe where a table is booked for luncheon. If you are new to the group please contact the walk leader, Peter, so he can book you a seat at the cafe. Transport back to the start of the walk has been organised by the walk leader.

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