SU1: The River Avon from Bradford-on-Avon to Bath
Cost: £6 ( train or bus ticket home needed)
Date: Sunday 7th September
Start Time: 09.00
Distance:13 miles
Duration: 7 hours
Difficulty: Demanding
Places: 15
Start Point: Explore BoA, Westbury Gardens BA15 1DE
Leader: Danny O’Callaghan
Description A rare opportunity to walk from Bradford-on-Avon to Bath, via Freshford, Dundas, Conkwell, Bathford, Bathampton and Kensington Gardens, all the way following the course of the river. We will pass through a variety of landscapes, giving us an opportunity to appreciate the geomorphology and geology of the Avon valley. The walk ends at Bath railway station.
Grading: Demanding - an all-day walk that is longer and faster paced, requiring greater stamina; possibly some steeper gradients. We would expect participants to be able to keep up with the pace set by the leader; please note it is a walk rather than an amble!
Booking from 1st July
Cost: £6 ( train or bus ticket home needed)
Date: Sunday 7th September
Start Time: 09.00
Distance:13 miles
Duration: 7 hours
Difficulty: Demanding
Places: 15
Start Point: Explore BoA, Westbury Gardens BA15 1DE
Leader: Danny O’Callaghan
Description A rare opportunity to walk from Bradford-on-Avon to Bath, via Freshford, Dundas, Conkwell, Bathford, Bathampton and Kensington Gardens, all the way following the course of the river. We will pass through a variety of landscapes, giving us an opportunity to appreciate the geomorphology and geology of the Avon valley. The walk ends at Bath railway station.
Grading: Demanding - an all-day walk that is longer and faster paced, requiring greater stamina; possibly some steeper gradients. We would expect participants to be able to keep up with the pace set by the leader; please note it is a walk rather than an amble!
Booking from 1st July
Cost: £6 ( train or bus ticket home needed)
Date: Sunday 7th September
Start Time: 09.00
Distance:13 miles
Duration: 7 hours
Difficulty: Demanding
Places: 15
Start Point: Explore BoA, Westbury Gardens BA15 1DE
Leader: Danny O’Callaghan
Description A rare opportunity to walk from Bradford-on-Avon to Bath, via Freshford, Dundas, Conkwell, Bathford, Bathampton and Kensington Gardens, all the way following the course of the river. We will pass through a variety of landscapes, giving us an opportunity to appreciate the geomorphology and geology of the Avon valley. The walk ends at Bath railway station.
Grading: Demanding - an all-day walk that is longer and faster paced, requiring greater stamina; possibly some steeper gradients. We would expect participants to be able to keep up with the pace set by the leader; please note it is a walk rather than an amble!
Booking from 1st July
Essential Information
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the stated start time, to allow for registration and briefing.
For longer walks, bring a picnic lunch, plus snacks and plenty of water.
Walk duration times are a guide and the actual walks may be a slightly shorter or longer than advertised.
Please make sure you have the ability and stamina to complete a walk based on the information we provide.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear
Walk leaders are in charge at all times. Their decision on participation is final.
Vulnerable people and U16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information about each walk is correct and we reserve the right to make changes or cancel walks should unforeseen circumstances arise.
We have an ‘assistance dogs only’ policy, so do not bring your dog.
Should you wish to leave a walk the leader or backmarker should be informed; once you have left you will be responsible for your own safety and wellbeing.
Please bear in mind that you are responsible for your own personal safety. Our leaders will have risk assessed every walk and at the start of the walk will make you aware of any potential hazards. Please follow any instructions you are given.
N.B. Booking costs are non-refundable