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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.

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
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Overview

Lovely circular walk with good views.

Walking through woodland and open fields alongside streams, finishing in central Wells alongside the Cathedral.

Toilets and cafes available in Wells at the end of the walk and the market should still be open.

Wednesday, 5 July 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.8km / 6.7mi
Ascent:
222.5m / 730ft
Type:
circular

The start of the walk is mostly uphill gaining an elevation of 730 ft over the first third of the walk.

We will be be going though long grass with stinging nettles so long trousers are advised.

Please bring a drink and a light picnic lunch

Suitable footwear required as some paths may be muddy

 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 54391 46352
Nearest postcode:
BA5 2LS
what3words:
waltzes.sliding.backlog
Start time:
10:00 am

Ash Lane where the mendip way crosses near to the junction with Fir Tor Avenue

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