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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

This linear walk takes us along a very level section of Samaritan Way where the Somerset Levels meet Bridgwater Bay.  Once in Bridgwater we see evidence of Bridgwater pottery and walk the moat around old Bridgwater Castle.

Wednesday, 30 August 2023
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

In the countryside there are no toilets, but Bridgwater offers more amentities.  Bring a drink and a light picnic.  At the end of the walk we will car share back to the start.  If you intend to join us at the start of the walk please let the walk leader know in advance so we can ensure there is transport to take you back to your car.  

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 65127 56596
Nearest postcode:
BS39 7NW
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

High Street Car Park, Paulton, to car share

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 37310 36931
Nearest postcode:
TA7 9AS
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Start time:
10:15 am

Small parking area outside Sutton Mallet Church, Sutton Mallet

Finishing point

Grid reference:
ST 28855 36677
Nearest postcode:
TA6 7AN
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Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm

Park Road/Furze Close, Bridgwater

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