Bath Ramblings

Swineford - 21.4.19

A lovely sunny Easter Sunday morning for a walk which started at Swineford before a gentle climb to Upton Cheyney and down to Bitton. After crossing the main road the path went through a grove, which was a good place for lunch, and down to the River Avon for the return to Swineford. It was interesting to note the old boat building (now repair) premises on the edge of Keynsham and the number of boats on the river.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Thursday, April 25, 2019
Last Modified on Friday, November 15, 2019

Nunney - 7.4.19

Although this wasn’t new it is the sort of walk where there is something different to spot each time. The changing seasons really do make a difference and this time the quarry was much more visible without the leaf cover on the trees. The wild garlic was everywhere and the Hart’s Tongue Ferns were looking splendid amongst the mossy growth along the stream. Another difference was a large herd of cows in a field which has not had them in before - fortunately they were more interested in chewing the cud than worrying the walkers.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Monday, April 8, 2019
Last Modified on Friday, November 15, 2019

Kilmersdon - 20.1.19

This was a lovely walk with a good mix of landscape starting from Kilmersdon and quickly joining Colliers Way which still has a surprising amount of the old railway track. Much of the trackside is lined with apple trees and legend has it that these were grown when passengers on the trains threw their apple cores out of the window. The walk then headed for the grounds of Ammerdown House with its impressive column - this originally had a viewing space at the top.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Thursday, January 24, 2019
Last Modified on Monday, April 15, 2019

Happy New Year

Happy New Year from Bath Ramblings - don’t forget to sign up to get an email when a new route is published. There are lots of exciting walks planned for 2019.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Monday, January 7, 2019

Newton St Loe - 11.11.18

A lovely day for a walk - clear blue skies and sunshine was a real November treat. The walk started from Newbridge Park and Ride and, after crossing the A4, went along footpaths to Newton St Loe before going through the grounds of Bath Spa University. One of the lakes provided a quiet spot for lunch before returning across the A4, under the railway line and along the cycle path to the start.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Monday, November 12, 2018
Last Modified on Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Hinton Blewett - 22.7.18

A nearly 6 mile walk starting and ending at the Ring O Bells pub in Hinton Blewett. This circular walk started in Hinton Blewett on a gloriously warm morning. The fields were brown and the mud had solidified which made for interesting walking. Fortunately there were also some shady lanes and wooded paths. The walk went through the lovely little village of Litton where the reservoirs provided a good lunch stop and the opportunity to watch the birds on the water.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Monday, July 23, 2018
Last Modified on Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Primrose Hill - 24.6.18

This 4.2 mile circular walk started from Victoria Park and slowly ascended to Weston village and onwards and upwards to Primrose Hill for a well earned lunch break. A glorious day for a walk with clear blue skies, warm sunshine and wondeful views across the city. enjoying the views over Bath and beyond Primrose Hill Community Woodland is described on their website as ‘a place for walking, talking, picnics, spiritual reflection and just having a good time, with easy access from Fonthill Road, Weston Village and Beckfords Tower.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Last Modified on Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Ebbor Gorge - 22.4.18

This is a walk we have done before here and here. It’s 5 miles with lots of hills (and views on a good day) and woodland. This walk started from Ebbor Gorge car park and went down to the reserve by a steep flight of steps before levelling out for the walk to Wookey Hole village. At the end of the village a path led across fields to Arthur’s Point - good views in all directions.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Monday, April 23, 2018
Last Modified on Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Buckland Dinham - 18.2.18

This walk starts in the village of Buckland Dinham then heads into the Somerset countryside through Great Elm and on towards Mells where the hills above the village give good views of the historic manor house and church. A good variety of walking with open fields and meadows, riverside paths and bridleways thick with mud. Signs of spring everywhere with snowdrops, daffodils in bud and wild garlic starting to appear.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Tuesday, February 20, 2018
Last Modified on Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Marshfield - 28.1.18

A 4.8 mile walk starting and ending in Marshfield Village This walk started in the village of Marshfield and after crossing the A420 it followed lanes and footpaths across very muddy fields to reach the village of West Littleton with its very attractive church with a 13th century turret and bellcote. The return to Marshfield passed Castle farm with its turreted farmhouse - very unusual. The views over the rolling Cotswold hills were something of a teaser given the mist and low cloud but on a clear day would have been spectacular.

Posted by Bath Ramblings on Sunday, January 28, 2018
Last Modified on Monday, February 12, 2018