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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

Overview

Initially take the Odd Down P&R bus into the Bath city centre. From behind the Bath Spa station we then climb steep steps up to Beechen Cliff/Alexander Park for fine views over the city. Continuing through Alexandra Park/Beechen Cliff school grounds down to Lyncombe Vale and crossing over the S&D 2 Tunnels footpath. We continue on and up to the Perrymead area to cross Prior Park Hill into the old part of Widcombe with its very grand buildings and church. Heading upwards we skirt the National Trust Prior Park Gardens, and continue climbing up to the Skyline footpath, again with fine views of the surrounding area.  We descend down to Widcombe hill, and cross the fields over to Smallcombe Woods and old Bathwick Cemetery, back up to the National Trust Bathwick Fields for more great views over the city, before finally heading back along the canal to return to the City Centre and the Odd Down P&R bus stop opposite the Forum.

 

Sunday, 13 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The route will cover both good footpaths, with some steep steps in places and some potentially muddy places, plus some minor roads.

Bring a light picnic lunch and a drink

Wear suitable footwear

This walk although dog friendly, with steep steps may NOT be suitable for your dog.  (You know your own dog's capabilities)

Features

  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 73300 61401
Nearest postcode:
BA2 2FP
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Start time:
10:00 am

Odd Down Park & Ride buildings Odd Down Park & Ride (free parking but bring Bus Pass or cash for trip into/from City Centre) BA2 2FP

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