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Bath Skyline Walk
Location: Bath
About: If you’re after incredible views of Bath, the Mendips and the other local surrounding countryside, then this walk is for you! You can wander through miles of meadows, woodlands and valleys, while taking in the incredible views of Bath. You can do this walk on your own or as part of a guided tour, its up to you.
This is part of the National Trust Heriatage Sites.
How far from Bristol: 34 minutes by car (14.0 miles) via the A4
Address: Bath BA2 6EN
Weston Woods
Location: Weston Super-Mare
About: The 130-hectares of woodland is great for hikers who want to explore steep hills but it also caters for all with its gravel path which was built to accommodate parents with pushchairs and wheelchair users. This is brilliant for a family nature walk or those of you trying to get your daily steps in!
The walk length lasts for about 2 miles.
How far from Bristol: 40 minutes by car (24.0 miles) via the M5
Address: Weston Woods, Worlebury Hill Road, Weston Super-Mare
Blagdon Lake
Location: Bristol
About: On this walk you will catch a glipmse of the delights this beauty spot has to offer. Walkers will find a footpath running along the shore and through the lakeside woodland, making it easy to walk along. There are nature trails with wildflower meadows with Green winged orchid, knapweeds, white ox-eye daisies and pink devils bit.
The walk is around a mile long.
How far from Bristol: 34 minutes by car (14.6 miles) via the A38
Address: Blagdon Lake, Bristol
North Wessex Downs
Location: Hungerford
About: This stunning nature walk is made up of open downs, chalk streams and historic woodland. With numerous trail options available, you can choose from one of many to go ahead with on the walk. One of the paths leads you to stunning views across Silbury Hill, where you can try and spot chalk white horses at certain times of the year.
How far from Bristol: 43 minutes by car (41.5 miles) via the M4
Address: Hungerford RG17 0UN
Cheddar Gorge
Location: Cheddar
About: At almost 400ft deep and 3 miles long, the specacular, Cheddar Gorge is England’s largest gorge and a truly amazing sight to see, thanks to its weathered crags and pinnacles. The cliff-top walk takes people round a 3-mile route and rewards walkers with some of the finest views in Somerset. This is perfect for those of you looking for a long, challenging walk!
The walk is about 3 miles long.
How far from Bristol: 39 minutes by car (20.0 miles) via the A38
Address: Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar, BS27 3QF
Cotswold Way
Location: Cotswolds
About: For just over 100 miles that sprawls from Chipping Camden to Bath, immerse yourself in this picturesque countryside that winds through the infamous villages of the Cotswolds! Perfect for walkers with an eye for photography or those of you who just love to catch a glimpse of a stunning sight!
How far from Bristol: 44 minutes by car (35.7 miles) via the M5
Address: N/A
Westbury White Horse
Location: Westbury
About: The famous white horse creates a challenging eight-mile circuit and ends at the car park next to the Westbury White Horse. The walk begins on tracks and level ground along the range fences, passing the top of the road down into the village of Imber.
The walk is around 8 miles long.
How far from Bristol: 1 hoour and 2 minutes (43.2 miles) via the M4
Address: Bratton Camp, Port Way, Bratton, Westbury, BA13 4TA
Glastonbury Tor
Location: Glastonbury
About: Glastonbury Tor is one of the most famous landmarks in the West. The top of the tor provides beautiful views across the Somerset Levels and children will no doubt enjoy walking through St Michael's Tower, the listed building which sits atop the hill.
The walk is around 2 miles long.
How far from Bristol: 59 minutes by car (27.6 miles) via the A39 and A37
Address: Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury, BA6 8BG