City to Bath Lookout Circular

Walks, England, Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset
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City to Bath Lookout Circular

Abbey Ward, Bath and North East Somerset

by bathscape

  • 1 hour / 2.2km
  • 38

A great way to get up to Alexandra Park viewpoint and back.

  • Great views
  • Public transport
  • Picnic spot
  • History
  • Hilly & steep
  • Child friendly

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  1. Behind the train station, take the green footbridge over the river.

    Step 1: Behind the train station, take the green footbridge over the river.

  2. Step 2: This walk goes up steep steps to the viewpoint & back down a more gentle route. We recommend clockwise as the steps are better to go up than down. It’s worth it! Children’s playarea at the top but the route isn’t buggy friendly.

  3. It’s signposted to Widcombe.

    Step 3: It’s signposted to Widcombe.

  4. Cross the road at the crossing.

    Step 4: Cross the road at the crossing.

  5. Turn right and follow pavement round to the left.

    Step 5: Turn right and follow pavement round to the left.

  6. Head up Lyncombe Hill.

    Step 6: Head up Lyncombe Hill.

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