Event Date: Sun 24 January 2016
11 miles / 18 km
A walk taking in the best parts of one half of the Quantocks. We shall be dipping in and out of the many coombes as well as making use of the more exposed sections on the top. So expect some decent climbs, but the rewards will be spectacular views from the top as well as a wide variety of terrain, from open moorland to forest trails and maybe even some deer if we’re lucky.
P.S. If everyone’s feeling brave I’ll throw in ‘hug-a-tree’ hill as well, where the only safe way to get down it is to hug every tree on the way down to slow your descent!
Packed Lunch: Yes
Post Walk Beverage: Pub
Walk Leader Mark S ( (Phone number removed) )
Car Share Meeting Point: The Water Tower
Alternative Meeting Point: Car Park at Dead Woman’s Ditch at 10:15 a.m.
Please text me if you plan on joining at the alternative meeting point, so I can inform you of any problems on the day.
See alternative meeting point location here.
How do I join the walk?
Unless stated on the walk page, there is no need to sign up to join a walk. You’re very welcome to try out 1 or 2 walks before you join, but we do insist that after that you join the Brunel Walking Group.
On many walks you can just turn up at the meeting point where we will share lifts to the start of the walk. It’s OK if you don’t drive – we normally have enough drivers who are able to give lifts. Some walks you will need to make your way to walk start or you can post on our facebook group to ask if you can share a lift there.
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.
How do I know what to bring? And am I fit enough?
We provide a full recommended kit list here. Please do bring water, a rainproof jacket, walking trousers (or similar) and walking shoes/boots – avoid jeans and trainers.
Walks are graded as either 1 boot, 2 boot or 3 boot. Read more about choosing the right walk for your fitness level here,
About Brunel Walking Group
Brunel Walking Group is for young(ish) people in the Bristol and Bath area who love the countryside and like to get outside on a weekend. All of our walk leaders and committee members are volunteers, dedicated to sharing our fantastic countryside with others. Read more on our FAQs page
