Brunel Walking Group is for young(ish) people in the Bristol & Bath area who love getting outside on the weekend, enjoying our fantastic countryside and meeting like-minded people. You can find everything you need about us on this site.
About Us
Hello – if you’re New this is For You!
Wondering what Brunel Walking Group is all about?
Brunel is a thriving group with over 400 members and is part of The Ramblers charity. Our focus is on walking (obviously!) but we also put on lots of social events, including regular pub nights. Our walks range from easy Sunday strolls in the meadows around Bath to full-on yomps in the Brecon Beacons. We typically have several weekends away each year too.
We have two different programmes: one for members in their 20s and 30s (called “20s and 30s”) and another for our members aged in their 40s and 50s (called “Brunel Plus“) – many walks and socials are joint ones for both age groups. You’re welcome to come along on a walk or two before joining to see if you enjoy it – but we’re sure you will!
If you want to find out more, click here for the basics and here to find out how we grade our walks (so you can choose one suitable for you) and to help you know what you need to take. If you still have questions please email the committee at . Finally you can find us on Facebook too. Welcome to Brunel!
Cheers,
The Brunel Committee
Upcoming walks and events
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Sat 12 Oct 2024
10:30 1 Boot 7 miler round St George (Joint Walk)
Meet 10:30 at St George Library, Fishponds RoadThis is a 7 miler around the leafier parts of St George and St Annes in East Bristol. I have borrowed this walk off another Brunel walk leader and I hope he doesn't mind. Its a really lovely route,... Read more -
Sat 12 Oct 2024
08:30 3 Boot Ledbury to Malvern (1 way using train), via Malvern Hills Ridgeline (Joint Walk)
Meet 08:30 at Showcase Avonmeads BS2 0SPWe will get the 10:42 train from Malvern Link to Ledbury for 11am where we will start the walk. We head out east via Eastnor Deer Park and then up onto the Malverns starting with the ascent of... Read more -
Sun 13 Oct 2024
09:00 2 Boot Forest of Dean – Autumn Colours and Mallards Pike (20s & 30s Walk)
Meet 09:00 at The Watertower (Clifton)We'll take in some Autumn colours around the Forest of Dean on a relatively gentle 2-boot. There will be several stops and only 250m total ascent, with lunch at Mallards Pike 2/3 of the way round... Read more -
Sun 20 Oct 2024
09:45 2 boot Clifton side of the Suspension Bridge (Joint)
Meet 9:45 at Meet at the Suspension BridgeWe will take the opportunity to walk through the beautiful Leigh Woods to Abbots Pool and beyond to arrive at Tyntesfield National Trust Property for lunch where we will have a pic nic lunch at the... Read more -
Fri 25 Oct 2024
19:30 Brunel walking group AGM and Social (Joint Social Event)
Please come along to this year's AGM when you can hear from the Committee about the year that's passed and what they have been working on behind the scenes. This is your chance to ask questions,... Read more -
Wed 30 Oct 2024
18:30 Behold Ye Ramblers Play at Alma theatre (Joint Social Event)
Come see a play about the Clarion newspaper and the formation of the Ramblers. It's at Alma Tavern and Theatre. Meet us there from 6:30pm for a drink beforehand, then the play starts at 8pm and... Read more -
Sat 2 Nov 2024
18:00 Bristol Fireworks Fiesta (Joint Social Event)
Save the date for Bristol's "biggest and best charity fireworks display" at Canford Park. Brunel had a fun gathering there last year so fingers crossed for another dry night and a spectacular show.... Read more -
Sun 10 Nov 2024
09:00 2 Boot Wedmore & Nyland Hill (Joint Walk)
Meet 09:00 at The Watertower (Clifton)This walk explores the Somerset Levels to the south of Cheddar. It is almost entirely flat with the exception of one relatively small hill. It is likely there will be boggy and wet sections underfoot... Read more -
Thu 28 Nov 2024
Christmas Weekend away in North Dorset (Joint)
Save the date for the annual Brunel Christmas weekend away November 28th - December 1st. Not too far from home and renowned for its stunning landscapes, it will offer up a great location for... Read more -
Sun 8 Dec 2024
2 Boot: Castle Combe (Joint)
Full details to follow from Andy H Read more -
Fri 10 Jan 2025
19:15 1 Boot A Walk on the Dark Side (Joint Walk)
Meet 19:15 at Outside Pump House, HotwellsA circular evening walk taking in parts of the Festival Way and Ashton Court Estate. Please bring a torch to aid visibility. Optional pub visit at the end for those not taking part in Dry January! Read more -
Submit your own walk!
Our walk leaders are volunteers who love to share the beauty of the British countryside. Now we need new people to step up and provide more special memories for others - any member of Brunel can lead a walk. If you think you might be able to do so please fill in the form!
Key
20s & 30s: Walks and events aimed at members in their 20s and 30s More info
Brunel Plus: Walks and events aimed at members aged 40+ More info
Joint: Both 20s & 30s and Brunel Plus get together for these events.
1 Boot / 2 Boot / 3 Boot: Walking grade More info
Latest news
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March newsletter sent out + Porlock camping trip
In September, Brunel will be heading to Porlock, Exmoor for a two-night camping trip ⛺️. Save the date for 13 – 15 September. More information, along with the booking form, will be shared in the next couple of months, so keep an eye out in future newsletters! The Brunel March newsletter has been sent out. […]
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Three weekends away announced
The dates for three new weekends away have been announced and are on the programme. These are Dartmoor weekend away, South Downs camping trip and the Christmas Weekend away. Further details are in the February newsletter. Haven’t received it? Follow these instructions
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September newsletter has been sent out
The Brunel September newsletter has been sent out. It includes details of the Christmas Weekend Away and AGM. Haven’t received it? Follow these instructions
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Lake District away trip 10 – 15 Aug 2023
Brunel’s first trip of 2023. This year Brunel is heading to the Lake District. Please see the April newsletter for more details. Haven’t received it? Follow these instructions. The trip is for members only so you need to join before going. After you’ve joined you can email the committee at to get details.