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
Are you new to Brunel? Read this first
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Sat 30 Mar 2024
09:00 2 Boot Cotswolds: Cleeve Hill to Winchcombe (Joint Walk)
Meet 09:00 at The Watertower (Clifton)This is a walk in the Cotswolds near Cheltenham starting at the Cleeve Hill quarry car park (or nearby if it's full!). It mostly follows the Cotswold Way walking trail to Winchcombe, then the... Read more -
Sat 6 Apr 2024
09:01 2 Boot Somerset Coal Canal (Joint Walk)
Meet 09:01 at Bristol Bus StationThis is a one way walk from Temple Cloud, following the route of the old Somerset Coal Canal from Paulton to the Kennet and Avon Canal nr Dundas Aqueduct nr Monkton Combe. Please catch the 376 bus at... Read more -
Thu 11 Apr 2024
18:00 Banff Mountain Film Festival (Joint Social Event)
Join the world’s top adventure film-makers and explorers as they push themselves to the limits in the most remote and stunning corners of the globe. Witness epic human-powered feats, life-affirming... Read more -
Sun 14 Apr 2024
10:00 2 Boot Uphill and Bleadon Hill (Joint Walk)
Meet 10:00 at The Watertower (Clifton)12 (1360ft ascent) mile walk starting by the sea at Uphill then heading along the coast before heading inland and up around Bleadon Hill then looping back to the start. Mixture of good paths and... Read more -
Fri 19 Apr 2024
19:00 Pub social and walks planning (20s/30s + Brunel Plus)
Who: All members and anyone interested in joining. What: Pub social together with Brunel walks and events planning & ideas session. Where: Upstairs function room, of The Inn on the... Read more -
Sat 20 Apr 2024
09:30 2 Boot A Cotswolds walk for Royalty (and Ramblers) (Joint Walk)
Meet 09:30 at The Watertower (Clifton)We'll be following the Cotswold Way north via Dyrham Park returning via the Monarch's Way (hence the imaginative title). Spring flowers should be showing off their pretty petals and if it's sunny we... Read more -
Fri 26 Apr 2024
19:30 Monthly Pub night (Joint Social Event)
Monthly mirth and merriment from 7.30pm at the Old Vic bar on King Street in the centre of town! If anyone is struggling to find us my number is 07930 918053. Read more -
Sat 27 Apr 2024
3 Boot – Ledbury to Malvern Link linear (Joint walk)
Linear walk from Ledbury to Malvern Link, taking in the Malvern ridgeline with great views. Full detail to be confirmed Read more -
Sat 11 May 2024
10:30 2 Boot Crook Peak to Fry’s Hill circular walk (Joint Walk)
Meet 10:30 at Cheddar Reservoir car park - note there are two - we are meeting at the one on the EAST side of the lakeA beautiful 18km circular walk starting at Cheddar Reservoir. We will walk alongside the Cheddar Yeo river for the first hour or so, before ascending to Crooks Peak. On a day of good weather, the... Read more -
Sat 25 May 2024
Dartmoor Weekend Trip (Joint)
A one night camping trip in Dartmoor 25-26 May Further details in the February newsletter. Spaces are limited. This is only available to members. If you aren't a member you can join here... Read more -
Thu 20 Jun 2024
South Downs Camping Trip (Joint)
Three night camping trip to the charming Meon Valley within the South Downs National Park. 20-23 June Further details in the February newsletter. Spaces are limited. This is only available to... 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 -
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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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.
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Save the date for Brunel’s Christmas Weekend Away: 16 – 19 November
Save the date for this years Christmas Away weekend. Further details will be given in the monthly newsletter nearer the time. Strictly for members only. Find out how to become a member. Not receiving newsletters? Follow these instructions