Somerset walks blog - Local Walks

Ammerdown Park Walk

Set in the Mendip Hills in Somerset, this walk explores the grounds of Ammerdown Park, combining open parkland with quiet woodland paths. The route…

1.5 miles

Apex park Walk

Apex Park near Burnham-on-Sea is an easy circular lakeside walk in Somerset, perfect for families and anyone seeking a gentle stroll in peaceful su…

1.75 miles

Ashton Hill Woods Walk

Set on the edge of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, this walk explores the wooded slopes of Ashton Hill. It follows quiet forest tracks through a mix …

5 miles

Ashton Windmill Walk

The Ashton Windmill walk in Somerset is worth a visit for the charming, photogenic windmill alone, but the route also offers a peaceful stroll thro…

2.5-3.75 miles

Axbridge Walks and Route Map

The Axbridge walks in Somerset offer a lovely and varied route through a small valley beside this charming town, with open countryside, rolling hil…

2.25 miles

Bath Riverside Walk

The Bath Riverside walk is an easy city stroll along the River Avon and the Kennet and Avon Canal, with Bath’s stunning Georgian architecture as a …

6 miles

Bath City Skyline Walk and Map

The Bath Skyline Walk offers a scenic route through woodlands, open fields, and historic landmarks with stunning views over the city. Just a short …

1 miles

Beacon Hill Woods Walk

Set in the Mendip Hills in Somerset, this walk explores Beacon Hill Woods on a short circular route through mixed woodland. The paths follow the na…

2.5 miles

Black down Walk

The Black Down walk climbs to the highest point in the Mendip Hills, crossing open heathland with a wonderfully wild feel. You may spot Devon cattl…

2.25-5.25 miles

Blackborough Common Walks

The Blackborough Common walks in Somerset offer a choice of easy to slightly longer routes through a peaceful mix of heathland, woodland, open coun…

2.75-5.75 miles

Blagdon Walks

Nestled in the beautiful Mendip Hills in Somerset, these circular walks from the charming village of Blagdon offers a wonderfully scenic outing wit…

2-2.25 miles

Bossington Walks

Set on the beautiful Somerset coast, these walks from the charming village of Bossington offer a wonderful mix of beach, bay and cliffside scenery.…

3.25 miles

Bossington Hill Walk

Set high above the coast in Somerset, this walk across Bossington Hill offers stunning views over the sea and surrounding countryside without the d…

2.75-7.25 miles

Brean Down Walks

Stretching out into the Bristol Channel from the Somerset coast, Brean Down offers a truly dramatic setting for these walks, with sweeping views of…

3.75 miles

Bruton Walks

Set in the Somerset countryside, the walks around Bruton explore a mix of riverside paths, open pasture, and gently rising hills. These walks are e…

1.5-9.25 miles

Burrington Combe Walks

Set within the spectacular limestone gorge of Burrington Combe in the Mendip Hills, these walks showcase some of Somerset’s most dramatic scenery. …

0.5 miles

Burrow Mump Walk

Set in the Somerset Levels, this walk is a very short climb up Burrow Mump, a distinctive hill topped with the ruins of St Michael’s Church. It’s a…

1.5-5.5 miles

Cadbury Castle Walks

Set in the rolling countryside of Somerset, these walks explore the historic landscape around Cadbury Castle, an ancient hillfort often linked to t…

1-4 miles

Castle Neroche Walks

Set on the edge of the Blackdown Hills in Somerset, the walks around Castle Neroche explore a mix of wooded slopes and historic hilltop remains. Th…

2 miles

Chargot Woods Walk

Set on the edge of the Brendon Hills in Somerset, this walk explores Chargot Woods on a short but fairly hilly route. It follows woodland paths thr…

3.25 miles

Cheddar Gorge Walk

Cheddar Gorge offers a stunning walk with dramatic cliffs, sweeping countryside views, and a good dose of adventure. Steep climbs and rocky paths m…

2.25 miles

Cheddar Reservoir Walk

A circular walk around Cheddar Reservoir offers free parking right by the water and leads you on a scenic loop with stunning views over the expansi…

1.5-4.5 miles

Chew Valley Walks

Set in the heart of Somerset, these walks around Chew Valley Lake offer a peaceful mix of lakeside scenery, gentle countryside and rewarding hillto…

4.25 miles

Chew Valley Lake Walk

Chew Valley Lake offers a range of scenic walks for all levels and we have four walks to choose from on the Somerset Walks app. The 1.5-mile short …

5 miles

Clatworthy Reservoir Walk

Nestled in the Brendon Hills on the edge of Exmoor National Park, this walk circles the beautiful Clatworthy Reservoir, offering peaceful waterside…

3.75 miles

Cloutsham Ball Walk

Set on the edge of Horner Wood in Somerset, this walk around Cloutsham Ball is a beautiful but strenuous adventure through classic Exmoor scenery. …

3.25 miles

Compton Dando Walk

Set in the pretty village of Compton Dando in Somerset, this walk follows the gentle course of the River Chew on riverside paths. Crossing charming…

2.25 miles

Cothelstone Hill Walk

This short but energetic walk up Cothelstone Hill in Somerset rewards you with lovely views across the surrounding countryside. This walk also pass…

2.25-3.75 miles

Countisbury Walks

Perched on the edge of Exmoor National Park in Somerset, these walks around Countisbury offer dramatic coastal scenery where wild moorland meets to…

4.75 miles

Creech St Michael Walk

Set in the Somerset Levels, this walk from Creech St Michael follows a quiet landscape shaped by waterways and flat farmland. It includes sections …

2.25-6 miles

Crook Peak Walks

Set on the edge of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, the walks around Crook Peak explore a steep, varied landscape with a mix of open hillside, woodlan…

2.25-9 miles

Crowcombe Park Walks

Set within the rolling beauty of the Quantock Hills in Somerset, these walks from Crowcombe Park offer everything from a shorter hilly circuit arou…

1.25-7.25 miles

Croydon Hill Walks

Tucked away in the wooded hills of Somerset, these walks around Croydon Hill offer a choice of peaceful woodland adventures to suit all energy leve…

3.75 miles

Culmstock Beacon Walk

Set on the Somerset–Devon border, this walk from Culmstock climbs to the panoramic heights of Culmstock Beacon, where sweeping views stretch across…

3.75 miles

Dolebury Warren Walk

Starting from The Swan Inn in Rowberrow, this walk wanders through a a beautiful wooded valley before climbing to the ancient Iron Age hill fort at…

2.5 miles

Draycott Walk

Beginning in the pretty village of Draycott on the edge of the Mendip Hills, this walk climbs up through the Draycott Sleights nature reserve for f…

3.25 miles

Dulverton Walk

Starting in the charming market town of Dulverton on the banks of the River Barle, this walk leads you through a deep, tree-lined valley in the hea…

2.5 miles

Dunkery Beacon Walk

Climbing steadily up Dunkery Hill, this walk leads to the summit of Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor. The moderate ascent is rewarded wi…

1.25-4 miles

Dunster Walks

Set in the picture-perfect town of Dunster, these walks explore medieval streets, the impressive Dunster Castle and the surrounding woodland and hi…

3.25-5.75 miles

Exford Walks

Set in the heart of Exmoor in Somerset, the walks around Exford explore a landscape of rolling hills, river valleys, and scattered woodland. These …

1.5 miles

Felton Walk

Starting from St Katherine’s Church, this walk is a short circular route across the open green space of Felton Common. With wide skies, views of pl…

1.25 miles

Fyne court Walk

Set within the National Trust’s beautiful parkland, this walk is a short, circular route around Fyne Court, taking in the walled garden, arboretum …

2.5 miles

Glastonbury Tor Walk

If you’re after a walk that blends charming streets, rolling countryside, and a touch of mystery, the Glastonbury Tor walk ticks all the boxes. Sta…

2.75 miles

Goblin Combe Walk

Set in a steep limestone valley in Somerset, this walk explores Goblin Combe, where woodland and open ground sit in a compact, varied landscape. Th…

1.75 miles

Greyfield Wood Walk

Set in the Mendip Hills in Somerset, this walk explores Greyfield Wood, a sheltered area of mixed woodland with well-defined paths. A small waterfa…

1.5-6.25 miles

Haddon Hill Walks

Set near the southern edge of Exmoor, these walks on Haddon Hill offer sweeping views across wild moorland and over Wimbleball Lake. With options r…

2-5 miles

Ham Hill Walks

Set high above the Somerset countryside, these walks at Ham Hill Country Park combine panoramic views, rich history and welcoming pub stops along t…

2-8.25 miles

Ham Wall Walks

These walks at Ham Wall National Nature Reserve offer a peaceful escape into the heart of Somerset’s wetlands. From a short, family-friendly rivers…

0.75-2.5 miles

Harridge Wood Walks

These walks through Harridge Wood offer a peaceful woodland escape, perfect for spotting woodland birds and enjoying the tranquillity of nature. Fr…

3.75-5.25 miles

Hawkcombe Walks

Set above Porlock in Somerset, the walks around Hawkcombe explore a mix of wooded slopes and open hillside within the Hawkcombe Woods Nature Reserv…

1.75 miles

Hawkridge Reservoir Walk

This walk is a tranquil circular route around Hawkridge Reservoir, offering lovely waterside views and plenty of wildlife to spot. Passing through …

1.75-3.5 miles

Holcombe Walks

These walks around Holcombe offer a peaceful escape into Somerset’s gentle countryside, perfect for a leisurely ramble through farmed fields. From …

3.5-5.25 miles

Horner Woods Walks

These walks through Horner Woods, part of the Holnicote Estate in Exmoor National Park, offer a wonderful mix of ancient oak woodland, meandering s…

2.5-3.75 miles

Ilminster Walks

Set in South Somerset, the walks around Ilminster combine a small town centre with nearby green spaces and a touch of local history. These walks ar…

3 miles

Kelston Walk

This walk around Kelston Round Hill offers a gentle climb through fields and woodland to rewarding panoramic views of the River Avon and Bath. Idea…

3.25 miles

Kilve Walk

Starting at Kilve Beach, this walk explores the rocky Jurassic coastline and offers a chance to hunt for fossils. The route then climbs to the clif…

4.75 miles

King's Sedgemoor Drain Walk

This walk follows the peaceful King’s Sedgemoor Drain, combining quiet country lanes with a scenic waterside path. Passing Pendon Hill and the char…

1.5-5.25 miles

Kings Cliff Wood Walks

Set on the eastern side of the Quantock Hills in Somerset, the walks around King’s Cliff Wood explore a mix of woodland, farmland, and rolling hill…

2.75-4.75 miles

Ladye Bay Walks

Set along the Severn Estuary in Somerset, the walks around Ladye Bay explore a mix of shoreline, woodland, and open hillside. These walks follow pa…

2.5-4 miles

Langport Walks

These walks around Langport offer a wonderful mix of riverside charm, open countryside, and quaint Somerset townscapes. From a gentle stroll around…

1.75-5.5 miles

Leigh Woods Walks

Just outside Bristol in Somerset, the walks around Leigh Woods explore a mix of steep woodland and riverside scenery above the Avon Gorge. These wa…

2-4 miles

Lilstock Walks

Set on the Somerset coast, the walks around Lilstock offer a mix of quiet shoreline, open countryside, and long views across the Bristol Channel. T…

4.5 miles

Lowdwells Lock Walk

Set in the Somerset countryside, this walk explores the area around Lowdwells Lock and sections of the Grand Western Canal. It combines waterside p…

3.75-5.25 miles

Luxborough Walks

Set on the edge of Exmoor in Somerset, the walks around Luxborough explore a varied mix of woodland, hills, and sheltered valleys. These walks incl…

1.75-3.75 miles

Lydeard Hill Walks

Set on the Quantock Hills in Somerset, the walks around Lydeard Hill explore open ridge paths, heathland, and stretches of woodland. These walks ar…

3.75-5 miles

Lynmouth Walks

These walks from the charming harbour town of Lynmouth offer a perfect mix of coastal and woodland scenery. From a gentle ramble through the wooded…

2.75 miles

Lytes Cary Walk

Set in the Somerset countryside, this walk explores the grounds of Lytes Cary Manor, a historic National Trust estate. It’s a short, gentle route t…

1.75-4.75 miles

Malsmead Walks

These walks from the tiny village of Malmsmead offer a wonderful way to explore this scenic corner of Exmoor National Park. The shorter route is a …

2.5-5 miles

Mells Walks

Set in the Somerset countryside, the walks around Mells explore a mix of riverside paths, quiet valleys, and rolling hills. These walks also pass t…

3 miles

Midsomer Norton Walk

This walk through Midsomer Norton is a pleasant way to explore the town and its surroundings. You’ll follow the River Somer, enjoy stretches along …

3.75-5 miles

Minehead Walks

There are two lovely route options around Minehead, offering a mix of woodland paths, open countryside, and stunning coastal views. The walks take …

1.75-5 miles

Montacute Walks

There are two lovely walks around Montacute, each offering a mix of charming village scenery, open countryside, and woodland paths. Both routes sta…

3.25 miles

Nether Stowey Walk

This walk is a delightful circular route through Somerset’s farmland and open countryside. It climbs up to Stowey Castle, where you can enjoy sweep…

0.75-1.75 miles

Netherclay Wood Walks

On the edge of Taunton in Somerset, the walks around Netherclay Wood explore a small, sheltered pocket of riverside woodland. These walks are gener…

1 miles

Nyland Hill Walk

This walk is a short, charming ramble up to the top of Nyland Hill. From the summit, enjoy lovely views across the surrounding wetlands.

2.75-7.25 miles

Pawlett Hams Walks

Set on the Somerset Levels, the walks around Pawlett Hams take in a broad, open landscape where the River Parrett, farmland, and drainage ditches s…

3.25-5.5 miles

Periton Hill Walks

These walks near Periton Hill take in peaceful forest trails, open countryside, and gently undulating landscapes in Somerset. Both routes connect w…

3.5-6.25 miles

Pit Wood Walks

These walks around Pit Wood showcase a varied side of the Quantock Hills, with routes that combine leafy woodland and open countryside. Along the w…

3 miles

Polden Way Walk

These walks along the Polden Way offer peaceful paths through rolling hills and ancient woodlands. Enjoy stunning views across the Somerset Levels,…

4-4.5 miles

Porlock Walks

These walks from the charming village of Porlock offer a wonderful mix of coastal scenery, marshland, and peaceful countryside. You'll follow paths…

3.5-6.5 miles

Porlock Weir Walks

There are 2 route variants from the charming harbour village of Porlock Weir, so you can choose the walk that suits your pace and time. These walks…

1.5-4.25 miles

Portishead Walks

These walks around Portishead combine coastal scenery with green open spaces and waterside views along the edge of the Bristol Channel. The routes …

1-4 miles

Ranscombe Forest Walks

There are three walks from Ranscombe Forest, each showcasing the beauty of the Quantock Hills. Follow peaceful woodland trails, spot wildlife, and …

2-5.75 miles

Selworthy Beacon Walks

These walks around Selworthy Beacon showcase some of Exmoor’s most stunning scenery. Starting from the charming village of Selworthy, you can explo…

1.5-8.5 miles

Shilstone Hill Walks

These walks around Shilstone Hill offer something for every level of walker, from a gentle stroll to a full-on moorland adventure. Starting from th…

4.75-6.75 miles

Simonsbath Walks

These walks from Simonsbath showcase the wild beauty of Exmoor National Park, following the scenic River Barle through peaceful valleys and rugged …

0.75-2.5 miles

Staple Hill Walks

These walks at Staple Hill offer a wonderful way to enjoy Somerset’s woodlands and hilltop views. The first route is a short, accessible loop, perf…

2-4.75 miles

Staple Plain Walks

These walks around Staple Plain offer a rewarding mix of open moorland, woodland trails, and steep Exmoor scenery. Although one route is shorter, b…

3-9.25 miles

Steart Marshes Walks

These walks at Steart Marshes offer a peaceful escape into the heart of Somerset’s saltmarsh and freshwater wetlands. Whether you choose the short,…

1.75-5 miles

Stockhill Wood Walks

These walks through Stockhill Wood explore a quieter corner of the Mendip Hills, with straightforward woodland paths, open patches, and a peaceful …

5 miles

Stoford Walk

This walk from Stoford to South Yeovil winds through charming farmland, open fields, and quiet country lanes. Along the way, explore Yeovil Country…

2-5 miles

Swineford Walks

These walks from Swineford offer a lovely mix of countryside, hills, and scenic views. Whether you choose the shorter circular route from the picni…

2.25-5 miles

Tarr Steps Walks

Explore the beauty of Exmoor with three scenic walks starting from the iconic Tarr Steps, an ancient clapper bridge spanning the River Barle. These…

2.5 miles

The Warren Walk

This walk around The Warren is a short woodland route with straightforward paths and a gentle, varied terrain that makes for an easy local outing.

1.25 miles

Thurlbear Wood Walk

Yes - there’s a bit more you can lean on here without repeating the original phrasing, mainly around habitat type, walking experience, and the fact…

2-4 miles

Timberscombe Walks

These walks around Timberscombe offer a varied taste of Exmoor, with village paths, open countryside, and gentle climbs across rolling ground. Both…

2.75-5.25 miles

Triscombe Stone Walks

These walks begin at Triscombe Stone, a historic landmark on the edge of the Quantock Hills, and combine open hillside with shaded woodland paths. …

2-3.5 miles

Ubley Warren Walks

These walks at Ubley Warren are a lovely way to explore a quieter side of the Mendip Hills, with wide open views, peaceful nature reserves and a mi…

1-5 miles

The Valley of Rocks Walk and Map

The Valley of Rocks walks are some of our all-time favourite walks. It’s close to the Somerset and Devon border and it’s such a special place, we h…

3 miles

Velvet Bottom Walk

This walk at Velvet Bottom takes you through a fascinating part of the Mendip Hills, where open paths and low hills reveal the area’s industrial an…

1-5.5 miles

Watchet Walks

These walks from Watchet offer something for everyone, from a gentle harbour stroll to a longer coastal adventure. You’ll explore the town’s charmi…

3.25-6 miles

Wavering Down Walks

These walks around Wavering Down make the most of the Mendip Hills’ rolling ridges and far-reaching views, with a choice between a shorter uphill r…

2.75-4.5 miles

Webbers Post Walks

These walks from Webbers Post showcase the best of Exmoor National Park, offering a mix of woodland, open moorland, and peaceful valleys. You’ll pa…

5 miles

Wedmore Walk

This walk takes you through the peaceful Somerset countryside just south of Wedmore. You’ll enjoy gentle lanes, open views, and a relaxing stroll b…

1.75 miles

Wellington Monument Walk

This walk takes you up to the striking Wellington Monument on the Blackdown Hills. Enjoy some gentle woodland paths, a few short climbs, and reward…

3.5-7.5 miles

Wellow Walks

These walks around Wellow explore the rolling countryside south of Bath, with a choice between a shorter hill walk or a longer route with more chal…

3.5-4.75 miles

Wells Cathedral Walks

These walks start just outside the stunning Wells Cathedral, taking you past the historic Bishops Palace and its picturesque moat. From there, you …

1.75-3.5 miles

Westhay Moor Walks

These walks around Westhay Moor explore one of the Somerset Levels’ best-known wetland landscapes, with peaceful trails crossing wide open reedbeds…

1 miles

Weston Big Wood Walk

This walk through Weston Big Wood explores a peaceful stretch of ancient woodland on the edge of North Somerset, with shaded paths winding beneath …

2-3.25 miles

Weston Wood Walks

These walks explore the peaceful Weston Wood, just above Weston-super-Mare. You'll follow woodland trails rich with wildlife and enjoy gentle slope…

3 miles

Wheddon Cross Walk

This walk from Wheddon Cross is a lively circular route through Exmoor’s open countryside and scenic woodlands. Enjoy fantastic views from the high…

1.25 miles

Willett Hill Walk

This walk follows a steady climb up Willett Hill in the Quantock Hills, gradually gaining height above the surrounding countryside. At the top, Wil…

2.75-9.5 miles

Wimbleball Lake Walks

These walks around Wimbleball Lake offer something for every walker, from gentle lakeside strolls to longer, more challenging hikes. You’ll enjoy s…

1.25-4 miles

Wind Down Wood Walks

These walks explore Wind Down Wood in the Quantock Hills, offering a choice between a shorter route with a few steeper sections or a longer outing …

3-6.75 miles

Winsford Walks

These walks from the picturesque village of Winsford offer a wonderful way to explore the beauty of Exmoor National Park. You’ll follow the River E…

1.5-4.75 miles

Withypool Walks

These walks from the charming village of Withypool offer something for everyone, whether you’re after a gentle stroll or a more adventurous outing.…

3 miles

Wiveslicombe Walk

This walk takes you into the countryside surrounding Wiveliscombe, where quiet lanes and open fields sit within a gently hilly landscape on the edg…

3.25 miles

Woodlands Hill Walk

This walk is a compact but challenging climb in the Quantock Hills, combining wooded paths, a sheltered combe, and open hillside in a varied route.…

3.25 miles

Wookey hole Walk

This walk explores the countryside around Wookey Hole, combining a steep climb with woodland paths and a rugged gorge section for a more adventurou…

1.5-2.5 miles

Hats Wood Walks and Route Maps

These walks through Hats Wood in Dunster Forest offer a refreshing woodland escape, perfect for enjoying fresh air and spotting towering trees. Fro…

0.75-2 miles

Langford Heathfield Walks and Route Maps

These walks at Langford Heathfield, Somerset Wildlife Trust’s second largest reserve, offer a peaceful way to explore a rich mix of woodland, heath…