Event Date: Sat 5 April 2025
Event Time: 10:00
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This walk takes us along a valley following the river from Keynsham up to the cycle path where, if we are lucky, we may see a steam train and a look down over the River Avon. We will partly follow the Cotswold Way diverting uphill via North Stoke for views towards Bristol and then to Prospect Stile for a view over Bath. Onwards to 'Hanging Hill' and then the Landsdown civil war monument. After heading a little more north we will turn back following the Monarch's Way along the 'Golden Valley' back via Bitton to Keynsham where a river-side pub awaits. Hoping for some spring sunshine, flowers and a leaping lamb or two.
Obviously bring the right kit. Sometimes the fields by the river flood after heavy rain so ground can get water-logged and muddy there, in which case I'd recommend waterproof boots. The hills aren't massive but quite steep in places. It's a 2-boot but not too difficult, local and easily accessible by public transport. Newcomers welcome - please contact the walk leader if you are new so that we can look out for you.
Getting there:
There are buses from Bristol Bridge to Keynsham that take about 20 minutes. The 522 Keynsham and Radstock bus stops at Keynsham church and is about a 5 minute walk to the railway station.
There are trains from Bristol Temple Mead that run regularly to Keynsham and take about 7 minutes. Return tickets are £5.20. You could get the 09:45, arriving at 09:51 and if that got cancelled, there is the 1003, arriving at 10:10am (but aiming to meet at 10am).
Getting back:
There seem to be a number of buses available to Bristol Temple Meads when we might be finishing - numbers 522 and 349 as well as regular trains.
It would be good to use public transport if possible, but if driving, there is a free car park a little way along the road away from the railway station on the left-hand side as you drive away from the town towards Bitton. Please try and arrange to car share if you are thinking of driving.
Bring packed lunch. Pub to finish.
Group:
Joint
Walk Leader:
Vanessa
Walk Grade:
2 Boot
Walk Length: 12.5 miles / 20km
(7 hours)
Date: Sat 05 Apr 2025
Meet:
10:00 at
Keynsham railway station
If sharing lifts passengers are expected to contribute towards petrol costs. Please bring coins or be prepared to make a bank transfer. As a guide, 30p/mile shared by everyone in the car.
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