River Avon, K&A Canal, Alexandra Park & Beechen Cliff

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Overview

River Avon, K&A Canal, Alexandra Park & Beechen Cliff.

A city centre walk with excellent views over the City of Bath.

Walk includes a steep ascent with lots of steps.

If joining at Bath, meet on south side of station.

2-30 minutes for lunch.

Saturday, 19 April 2025

Meeting time:: 9:45 am
Start time:: 10:20 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 91.4m / 300ft
Type:: circular

Features

Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
No car needed

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SU 14899 85101
Nearest postcode:: SN38 0AD
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Meeting time:: 9:45 am

Meet 09:45 Swindon Railway Station for 09:56 GWR Train to Bath Spa arrive 10:20

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 75276 64295
Nearest postcode:: BA1 1SU
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Start time:: 10:20 am

Bath Spa Railway Station (South side)

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