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Walking Holiday on Somerset's
River Parrett Trail
from source to mouth (or vice versa)
crossing the Somerset Levels
This is a great introduction to the joys of a self-guided West Country
walking holiday as it combines a pleasant stroll with experiencing the
unspoilt areas of Somerset.
The River Parrett Trail passes through one of Britain's most ecologically
sensitive and fragile areas, the Somerset Levels. The needs of agriculture
and wildlife are carefully balanced to sustain some of England's richest
pasture land. The area is known for its willow growing. Look out for the
scultures along the route.
5 nights, 4 days walking
Total Distance:
50 miles
Min/max daily distance:
9/16 miles
Average Daily distance:
12.5 miles
Grading:
easy/moderate
Features:
Iron Age Fort
Mills, locks
wildlife
To start your Somerset walking holiday you make your own way to Chedington. We can assist with coach or train transfers if necessary. Car parking is available for the duration of your self-guided West Country walking holiday.
Leaving the village of Chedington and the source of the River Parrett, the trail passes through the villages of South and North Perrott. The next village Merriott has some fine 17th and 18th century hamstone houses, and this area if famous for its flax growing, which has blue flowers in the spring.
Today you walk to Ham Hill, a country park with great views. The River Parrett Trail connects here with The Leyland Trail.
Langport can trace its history back to Roman times. Here the trail intersects with the Macmillan Way West. Plenty of bird life can be seen on the flat and level land where Oath Lock was built to hold back the spring tides. Before reaching Bridgwater the trail passes King Alred's Monument and Westonzoyland pumping station, now a steam museum.
Bridgwater grew from the river and canal trade and from the brick industry. The river widens now and is a haven for wading birds. Bring your binoculars and stop off at the unique bird hide tower at Combwich. Soon the trail reaches the mouth of the river and the Bristol Channel and the end of this self-guided walking holiday in Somerset.
We can transfer you to your car or station.
What's included
in your UK walking holiday
on the River Parrett Trail
- accommodation at high quality guest houses, inns or small hotels on a bed and breakfast basis
- room with en-suite or private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities
- daily luggage transfer
- support should there be any problems on route
- detailed itineraries
Short walking breaks are also available, with 2 or 3 days walking. Just select the part of the path you want to walk.
The above distances are only a suggestion. If you would like to walk longer or shorter distances, we can arrange that too.
Two nights from £149
per person
Three nights from£199 per person
Five nights from£319 per person
double occupancy
All prices subject to change
| Other walks in Somerset include: SWCP Coleridge Way Macmillan Way West River Parrett Trail Leland Trail |
Optional Extras for your
UK Walking Holiday
on the River Parrett Trail
- upgrade to the region's most elegant, prestigious and famous hotels, where available
- transfers back to car or station
- parking facilities
- rest days
- inn to inn walks
By Car to Chedington where parking is available
By Train / Bus to Crewkerne or Bridgwater where we can arrange transfer to Chedington
Contact us for schedule and availability. Lines
are open 7 days a week. 9am to 9pm  New York 5 hours behind UK time: 4am to 4pm EDT  Sydney 10 hours ahead of UK time: 7pm to 7am EST or email us |
