Bradford on Avon is a
Walkers are Welcome Town
Encouraging people to walk in & around the delightful Bradford on Avon area.
Getting here: advice on how to get to Bradford on Avon, by public transport, cycle, car or even canal boat.
Our monthly walks programme: to receive the latest information we advise signing up to our monthly e-newsletter here
Upcoming monthly walks; all leave at 09.30 from Tourist Information
- Sunday 13th April - Alison Reynolds
- Tuesday 29th April - Val Smith
- Sunday 11th May - Glyn Williams, minibus, Somerset Coal Canal
- Tuesday 27th May - Jonathan Brown
- Sunday 8th June - Tony Giles
- Tuesday 24th June - Pam & Alan Bougeard
Walkers are Welcome is a network of around 100 towns and villages across the UK.
To keep up to date with Bradford on Avon Walkers are Welcome’s activities you can sign up to our monthly e-newsletter here
Path issues: if you’d like to report a path issue, such as damaged stile, blocked path or missing Wheel waymarker please use the ‘Contact’ page.
Get Wiltshire Walking organises weekly walks every Wednesday morning, starting at 09.30 from the centre of town.
This 18 minute YouTube video takes you on an informative walking tour of our fantastic town.
Avon Valley
Local Walks
Bradford on Avon boasts some spectacular natural scenery together with fascinating architecture.
Come and walk around here and we are sure you'll be inspired! Don’t forget to explore the Walking Wheel while you’re here.
Outside the Tithe Barn
Walking Festival
The 2025 Walking Festival will be held on the Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th of September. This page will be available in May.
River Avon running through the town
Explore BoA
Many of Bradford on Avon's accommodation providers welcome walkers. There are also many fantastic pubs, cafés and restaurants
to rest those aching feet after savouring the delights of this busy town.
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