Somerset Walks

Lowdwells Lock Walk & Route Map

Lowdwells Lock walk, Somerset
Lowdwells Lock · Photo: Pete Cruse

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

It combines waterside paths with more open ground, including a stretch near Westleigh Quarry and the option of a stop at the Prince of Wales Inn.

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At a glance

Lowdwells Lock Walk

Distance
4.5 miles
Estimated time
2.5 hours
Route type
Circular
GPS app guided
Yes
Parking
Free parking at start
50.96878, -3.32012
Characteristics
Water, Pub

The walk

Lowdwells Lock Walk

This walk explores the countryside around Lowdwells Lock and follows sections of the Grand Western Canal.

The route then explores a more open landscape, where Westleigh Quarry adds a contrasting, rugged edge.

The route includes an option to stop at a local pub along the way.

Refreshments:

The Prince of Wales Inn, Holcombe Rogus

Based on 1 user rating

Community feedback

Overall rating4.0

A very popular walk

Dog friendly4.0 / 5

Very dog friendly

Path condition5.0 / 5

Clear and easy

Buggy friendly2.0 / 5

Hard going with a buggy

Wheelchair friendly2.0 / 5

Very limited access

Toilet facilities1.0 / 5

No facilities

Pub or café1.0 / 5

Take a packed lunch

Route accuracy0.0 / 5

Reported inaccurate

ClimbingGentle slopes
LivestockNo livestock
StilesA few stiles on route
Mud levelMostly dry

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First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

The pub on the route appears to have shut down so there is no pub or cafe on the route anymore.

Comments from walkers who have completed the Lowdwells Lock walk.

Time for a stop

Pubs and cafés on this walk

PubPrince of Wales Inn

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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 Lowdwells Lock Walk, a 4.5 mile circular walk in Somerset