The ‘Somersetshire’ Coal Canal

Severnside Group

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Overview

An undulating circuit south of Bath (810ft of ascent) following part of the old coal canal from Combe Hay to Midford with its run of 22 locks and an exciting wet section beneath both the canal and the railway that superseded it.

Expect muddy footpaths!

Sunday, 5 April 2026

Meeting time:: 9:45 am
Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.6km / 7.2mi
Ascent:: 246.9m / 810ft
Type:: circular

picnic lunch (not under cover)

Features

Car sharing available
Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:: ST 60400 82701
Nearest postcode:: BS32 4SD
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Meeting time:: 9:45 am

Aztec West Business Park, blue zone Donation for car share £2.20

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 73299 61301
Nearest postcode:: BA2 2FP
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Odd Down P&R car park, Bath Leader will drive direct to the start. Park in Zone B (to the left as you enter). w3w//posts.policy.cave

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