Stouhead Xmas Walk 2025

North Dorset Group

We are the North Dorset Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

The walk begins close to Stoford in Somerset and then passes through Barwick and the estate taking in 'Jack the Treacle Eater' and 'Summer House Hill' before descending into Yeovil Country Park.  Taking in sections of the Monarch's Way, the walk skirts both North and East Coker before heading back to the starting point.  

The terrain comprises some field walking, droves and lanes together with site of urban areas.  there is one relatively steep descent and a more gradual ascent.  

 

Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13km / 8.1mi
Ascent:
188m / 617ft
Type:
circular

Packed lunch.

Assistance Dogs only.

Booking opens at 10.00 11/01/26 and closes 10.00 20/01/26

Email a contact phone number to the walk leader using the link in the black box near the top of the page.

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 56181 12999
Nearest postcode:
BA22 9TL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Please park neatly on the wide grass verge on Fairhouse Road leading to Stoford. Ensure you are not creating difficulty for passing agricultural vehicles. Car share where possible.

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