We are the Bristol Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
A circular walk full of history down the ages and spectacular views over the River Severn. We shall pass close to the Prince Of Wales Bridge and look over towards Avonmouth and Bristol from the Gwent Levels.
The walk passes a neolithic long barrow, an Iron Age and subsequently Roman fort, a Norman castle and Victorian and Twentieth Century engineering. We shall pause to give time to look at information boards as we walk. If your preference is for sustained walking this walk may not be for you.
We start at the magnificent Caldicott Castle which is well worth time to explore before or after the walk. There's a small cafe for drinks, cakes and ice creams but it does not serve lunch - sandwiches, salads etc.
It's not part of the walk but if you want to make a day of it in Caldicot, then I've heard very good things about Dewstow Historic Gardens and Grottoes at Dewstow House. It was shut when we pre-walked the route - last entry is 3.30pm. Parking is free. Admission is £8 for most of us (£9 full price).
There's a free car park at Caldicot Castle and Country Park, on the edge of Caldicot. Don't park in the first car park on the left - follow the road ahead and park opposite the castle entrance. Caldicot Station is a 1 hr journey from Bristol Temple Meads. It is then a 25 minute walk to the Castle.
