Langford Evangelical Church

       The view from Winscombe Drove

Following the October ramble, which very few were able to join, we had an enforced gap due partly to our Pastor's house move and Christmas. So it was great to get going again on a sunny 5th January.
Setting off from the Pastor's new home, the first part followed the familiar "Strawberry Line" walk. Then we turned off at Shute Shelve and began a stiff and muddy climb up Winscombe Drove. The views were worth it! Yet it was a welcome relief to turn down the pretty Hale Combe and then thread our way to Sidcot through the footpaths. Passing the school, a pleasant walk through meadows brought us to a point below Shipham, where we turned towards the A38 once more and crossing it took a track and a path. Finally we reached the lower stretch of Shipham Lane and back to the start for soup and a snack.

                   Chew Court drive

Our walk started in Chew Magna, at the gate of St. Andrew's Church. After strolling down the impressive drive of Chew Court, we crossed the road and entered meadows to follow the River Chew for a short way. Veering off across the fields by a waterfall we then joined the track to Stanton Drew. After walking through more farmland, we took a lane and then climbed a small hill to a pretty wooded area. We passed several horses grazing before climbing a hill to Newtown. Shortly afterwards we made the steep ascent of Knowle Hill to enjoy the sweeping view of Chew Valley Lake. Though it was a dull day the rain held off for our picnic before we made our way back to Chew Magna along a green lane and the riverside. The sun smiled on us as we got back to the start - but we consoled ourselves with the fact that during eleven different rambles we were never forced to cancel through weather. How about joining our next one? All are welcome, you don't have to come to our Church! Get the details by using the form on our Contact Us page.

Looking towards Crook Peak

After a two month gap, we decided to run two rambles in August 2011, on the 6th and 13th, to enable more to have an opportunity to join in. Early rain on the first outing cleared up and on a cool, somewhat cloudy day we climbed the steep hill from Hutton through the woods, before following the hillside to cross Canada Combe. Glimpses of sea views were followed by dramatic sweeping vistas as we climbed a track to reach the highest point of our circle. Then we descended through more woodland to reach Windmill Hill and a welcome break at the Millennium Walk picnic site just above the village. Following this marked walk for a while, we crossed farmland and a small wood to reach the road. From here we went over a rhine and entered Locking village. Another footpath brought us back into Hutton. The following week's walk followed exactly the same route and the weather was similar. 
Everyone is welcome on our rambles - you can use the Contact Us page to get in touch so we can send you details.

Picnic view

This was the ninth ramble and the fifth of 2009. It took the form of an easy, almost level circle. Starting from Litton we went across fields to join a lane into woods. It was a breezy day but dry and we made good progress to more open country. Crossing a common we finally came to the Upper Litton reservoir before reaching the dam and enjoying the view over the Lower Litton reservoir. A gentle stroll beside the water and along an old mill leat was followed by a quiet lane back to our starting point. There is no ramble planned for June and July owing to holidays but why not join us in August? You can use the form on our Contact Us page so that we can send you details. 

Near Ubley

Our April 2011 ramble was enjoyed by a smaller group than expected. There was not as much sunshine as the previous month but no rain spoiled this walk through the valley from Ubley to Compton Martin followed by the steep climb up Compton Combe. Then we had an easier stroll along the skyline, finally descending to the start at Ubley. Join us next time - all welcome.

Rowberrow at the end of winter

Setting off from near the Swan Inn at Rowberrow under an almost cloudless sky, we descended into Rowberrow Bottom and followed the stream, climbing steadily and then more steeply to reach Tynings Farm and enjoy the fine views. A short stiff climb took us to the edge of Blackdown where even more dramatic scenery awaited us. A short length of track brought us back to the edge of the woodland and the long downhill route back to the ford we had crossed earlier. Up the last hill to reach the edge of Shipham and then along the track to rejoin the lane which took us back to the starting point.

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At Dolebury Fort

This was our second outing this year and we had fine weather, the sun coming through as we walked. Leaving our transport at the bottom of Burrington Combe, we climbed up The Link a short distance before taking the footpath into Mendip Lodge Woods. This pleasant stretch brought us to Dolebury Warren and another climb to the Fort. This was probably easier going for our four-footed friend Daisy seen in the photo above! After a break, we retraced our steps for a while, before skirting the foot of Blackdown to pass Bos Swallet and return via The Link. Anyone can join our rambles - if you want to know about future events, please use our contact form. 

View from Wrington Hill

This was our fifth church ramble. After a great deal of rain, a dull start gave way to sunshine as we left Congresbury on 8th January 2011. First heading along the bank of the River Yeo, we then struck off across fields, passing through the rare breeds farm of our good friend, Andrew Sheppy. A steady uphill climb into woods, with a coffee break, brought us out to more open vistas on Wrington Hill. A long muddy descent into Wrington was followed by the last stretch back beside the river to complete the circle. Anyone is welcome to join our rambles, whether you worship with us or not. You can find out more by using our Contact Form.