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Wessex Wanderers Railway Walks

We are the Wessex Wanderers Railway Walks. 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

An undulating circular walk with some flat sections through woods and meadows, following the river and canal in places.  

Saturday, 10 May 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Bring picnic lunch or option to purchase at cafe in Iford.

Registered assistance dogs only.

Outward trains to Avoncliff:

Bristol Temple Meads ETD  09:45     ETA 10:15

Weymouth ETD 07:33     ETA 09:53

please travel in the front carriage in order to alight at Avoncliff.

Return trains from Avoncliff:

To Btristol Temple Meads:  13:55

To Weymouth: 14:13 (nb - change at Bradford on Avon)

Please check train times before travelling.  Go to www.gwr.com or National Rail Enquiries https;//www.nationalrail.co.uk Tel 03457 484950.  Most railway stations do not have toilet facilities, so it is advisable to use those on the train before alighting if necessary.

Whilst the walks are risk assessed, and may be changed at short notice if necessary, it is your responsibility to ensure your own personal health and safety by wearing appropriate footwear and clothing, and bringing sufficient food and drink with you.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 80445 60083
Nearest postcode:
BA15 2HB
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Start time:
10:15 am

Meet at station

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