There are some fabulous walks (or runs) in this area which cater to all abilities and if you need some inspiration, our local Walkers Are Welcome Group has complied some of the best of them on their website HERE – routes are available to download or you can join them on one of their organised walks.
New to 2023 is the a series of graded weekly walking groups led by fully qualified walk leaders (Get Wiltshire Walking). Friendly and fun, they are a great opportunity to get fit, meet new people and get to know your local area. More information can be found on the poster HERE.
Bradford on Avon is a Walkers are Welcome town.
Flat level walks
There are some wonderful walks and runs in and around Bradford on Avon, with routes to suit all ages and abilities.
If you’d like ideas, the local Walkers Are Welcome group has put together some of the best walks on their website – you can download routes or join one of their organised walks.
Since 2023, Get Wiltshire Walking has also been running weekly graded walking groups, led by qualified leaders.
These friendly walks are a great way to get active, meet new people, and explore your local area. You can find more details on the poster here.
Bradford on Avon is proud to be a Walkers Are Welcome town.
Flat, easy walks (H2)
Not everyone enjoys hills – and in Bradford on Avon you’ll find plenty of gentle walks here, from riverside paths and the Kennet & Avon Canal towpath to parks surrounded by historic buildings.
Hilly walks (H2)
Some paths in the town climb between hillside cottages. They can be steep, but they lead to amazing views over the Avon Valley. You might take a wrong turn now and then, but there’s always something beautiful to see around the corner!
Long, leisurely walks (H2)
If you want to spend an afternoon walking, Bradford on Avon is surrounded by beautiful countryside and often breathtaking sunsets. Along the way, you’ll find charming villages and pubs – perfect for a well-deserved break.
Bradford on Avon Walking Wheel (H2)
Looking to explore the area around Bradford on Avon? The Walking Wheel is a 42-mile network of marked trails connecting the town with nearby villages.
Find out more on the Wakers are Welcome website. Waterproof laminated maps are also available for £6 at the Tourist Information Centre in Westbury Garden.
Bradford on Avon Walking Wheel
Want to explore the surrounding areas of Bradford on Avon? The Bradford on Avon Walking Wheel is a 42 mile interconnected series of waymarked routes in and around the town and local villages.
You can find out more HERE. Waterproof, laminated maps are available to purchase for £6 from Explore Bradford on Avon Information Centre in Westbury Garden.
Long rambling walks
If you want to make an afternoon of it, we are surrounded by glorious countryside and more often than not, stunning sunsets. There are also many lovely villages and pubs to stop off in for ‘motivation’.
Hilly climbs
Weaving their way up between hillside cottages, we also have some steep yet magical lanes, which will take you up to stunning views overlooking the Avon Valley. Sometimes you get lost, but there’s always something beautiful around the corner!
Walkers are Welcome
Bradford on Avon is a Walkers are Welcome town. Walkers are Welcome is a national group launched in 2007. The group has over 100 accredited towns and villages members around the nation to help physical health and mental wellbeing through the joys of walking.
Walking photographic workshops
Join award-winning photographer, Chris Roche, for an interactive photographic workshop. You will explore the architecture and landscape of Bradford on Avon and its surroundings. It is a great way to both explore and document the area.
You can find out more details here:www.avonphotoschool.com
Organised walks
With many local walking enthusiasts, if you prefer a guided tour or would like to join an organised walk, there are plenty of options.