Crook Peak,Compton Bishop & Axbridge

Southwold (Yate) Group

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Overview

A very scenic walk taking in the summit of Crook Peak with spectacular views across to the channel and Weston-super-Mare. Descending to the village of Compton Bishop, we continue through to the pretty village of Axbridge. Please note a fairly steep ascent to the summit of Crook Peak.

Sunday, 23 June 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 42259 55083
Nearest postcode:: BS26 2JJ
what3words:: repaying.denim.whirlwind

Start time:: 10:00 am

Park in lay-by off the A371 Wells Road on the Axbridge bypass. Take the A38 south of Bristol and go through Churchill Gate. Continue for about 3 miles then take the A371 for Cheddar and Wells on the left. The lay-by is about half a mile on your right.

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