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Solstice Stomp (A)

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Overview

We meet at the Clifton end of the Suspension Bridge by 7.55. As usual there is a complicated route around the North Somerset countryside. There will be a pub stop at the Failand Inn. For the first time the exact time of the winter solstice occurs while we are walking and at 3.05 pm we shall pause to acknowledge this celestial event.

Sunday, 21 December 2025
Start time:
7:55 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
27.4km / 17.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

OS Maps used: Explorer 154. NB finish time is approximate

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 56628 73147
Nearest postcode:
BS8 4BA
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Start time:
7:55 am

We meet at the Clifton end of the Suspension Bridge by 7.55am

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