Stapleton and Frenchay (B)

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Overview

The walk passes Stapleton Church and Wickham Glen and goes via Oldbury Court and Frenchay Common and returns along the River Frome past Snuff Mills. 5.5 miles with one steepish climb (with handrail) at the end.

Saturday, 10 January 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Bring a drink for a coffee stop.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 61841 76411
Nearest postcode:: BS16 1DT
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Start: Junction of The Chippings and Park Road, Stapleton. Grid Ref ST618765. Roadside parking in The Chippings. By bus, catch a.50 to Stapleton Cricket Club; the start of the walk is a little further north along Park Road.

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