
Somerset Coal Canal - Walk 1
Paulton, Bath and North East Somerset
- 1hr 15m / 3.3km
- 27
History and landscapes combine on this tranquil heritage route along the old Somerset Coal Canal. Wildlife and scenery galore.

Step 1: This walk starts at Elm Hayes Surgery, next to Paulton Memorial Hospital. The bus stop here is served by routes 2V, 171, 172, 376a and 522.
Step 2: There is an accessible toilet which you can use at the surgery here either at the start or end of your walk.

Step 3: With your back to the entrance, turn left along the paved walkway, passing the pharmacy.

Step 4: Upon reaching the road, turn right towards the pedestrian crossing.

Step 5: Cross Phillis Hill using the push button crossing and turn right for a few steps on the opposite side.

Step 6: Immediately turn left to walk along the access road and small car park alongside the residential home. Take care around moving vehicles.

Paulton, Bath and North East Somerset
History and landscapes combine on this tranquil heritage route along the old Somerset Coal Canal. Wildlife and scenery galore.

Paulton, Bath and North East Somerset
Take a stroll through the memorial park, up to the Arnhem Memorial site and through the Miners Recreation Ground. Great views en route.

Paulton, Bath and North East Somerset
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Midsomer Norton, Bath and North East Somerset
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Midsomer Norton, Bath and North East Somerset
A nature connection walk to the river and greenway. The route is step-free but some roads and paths are on a slope.

Midsomer Norton, Bath and North East Somerset
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