Somerset Walks

Kelston Walk & Route Map

5.01 rating
DifficultyModerate
Kelston walk, Somerset
Kelston · Photo: Philip Halling

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

Ideal for families and casual walkers, it’s a peaceful route with opportunities to spot local wildlife and finish with refreshments at The Crown Inn or Bath Soft Cheese café.

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At a glance

Kelston Walk

Distance
3 miles
Estimated time
1.5 hours
Route type
Circular
GPS app guided
Yes
Parking
Roadside parking
51.40145, -2.43378
Characteristics
Hills, Countryside, Pub

The walk

Kelston Walk

The Kelston Round Hill walk, located near Bath, offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the River Avon and the city of Bath.

The trail winds through lush fields and woodlands, leading to the hill's summit with breathtaking views across the countryside. Suitable for families and casual walkers, the route although uphill, is considered easy to moderate and provides opportunities to enjoy local wildlife and the peaceful rural landscape.

If you fancy a refreshment stop before or after the walk, The Crown Inn pub or the award winning Bath Soft Cheese cafe serve local and homemade produce and are both worth a visit.

Based on 1 user rating

Community feedback

Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly4.0 / 5

Very dog friendly

Path condition4.0 / 5

Generally well maintained

Buggy friendly1.0 / 5

Not suitable for pushchairs

Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5

Not wheelchair accessible

Toilet facilities3.0 / 5

Some facilities

Pub or café4.0 / 5

Good stop on route

Route accuracy5.0 / 5

Spot on

ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockLivestock likely
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelBoots recommended

Real feedback from people who have completed this walk using the Somerset Walks app.

First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

Really enjoyable circular walk with beautiful views!

Comments from walkers who have completed the Kelston walk.

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Somerset Walks App

Follow the Kelston walk with GPS guidance

The easiest way to follow this route is with the Somerset Walks app. Choose the walk and follow the pointer showing your live position on the route map, so you can see you're on the right path.

The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.

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Expanded route map for Kelston Walk, a 3 mile circular walk in Somerset