Pootle along Mells River

Walks, England, Somerset, Mendip

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  • The walk starts in Great Elm. We parked on Hapsford Hill - there are some free car parking spaces near the bus stops.

    Step 1: The walk starts in Great Elm. We parked on Hapsford Hill - there are some free car parking spaces near the bus stops.

  • Turn left here down Elm Lane which you’ll find on the opposite side of the road to the village hall

    Step 2: Turn left here down Elm Lane which you’ll find on the opposite side of the road to the village hall

  • It’s quite steep so take care walking down. Some beaut plants along the way. The lane doesn’t have a path so watch out for vehicles

    Step 3: It’s quite steep so take care walking down. Some beaut plants along the way. The lane doesn’t have a path so watch out for vehicles

  • Added this pic to my nature notes!

    Step 4: Added this pic to my nature notes!

  • The bends in the road mean it’s hard to spot cars so keep your eyes and ears peeled

    Step 5: The bends in the road mean it’s hard to spot cars so keep your eyes and ears peeled

  • Cross the road bridge across the Mells River

    Step 6: Cross the road bridge across the Mells River

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