A selection of photos taken on recent walks.
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December
28 Dec - Blagdon Lake walk led by Claire Cox. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
An excellent turnout of 15 Severnside Ramblers for today's post-Christmas stroll around Blagdon Lake. The sun didn't shine, but it didn't rain, and the views were good! The wind was cold, but everyone was well wrapped up for our last walk of 2025. Claire C.
14 Dec - Oldbury on Severn walk led by Gill King. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
A very good turnout for our short pre-Christmas Lunch walk. The weather was kind, the meal very good and the company excellent. Thank you, Gill King for organising yet another successful event for Severnside Ramblers! – Claire C.
A bright and enjoyable walk lead by Cathy, before the Christmas Lunch. Setting off from the Anchor Pub, Oldbury, through parts of Oldbury on Severn some of have not been to before, past the Roman Cottages and the Fort or camp known as ‘the Toot’ and along to the Severn Estuary. We walked along the side of the estuary with clear views over the river and the two Bridges before returning to the Anchor having built up an appetite for a hearty lunch.
As ever, good company, good conversations, enjoyable views and a fine meal afterwards to round off the year. Thanks for leading the walk Cathy and thanks to Gill for organising the meal. Wendy S
November
30 Nov - Marshfield walk led by Ken Mill. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
A splendid turnout of 20 walkers for today's Sevenside 8 mile ramble from Marshfield through St Catherine's Valley and back. The sun shone, apart from one short shower, and the countryside was fresh and lovely. Thank you to Ken Mill for leading today's walk. A splendid day out! Claire C.
9 Nov - Swineford walk led by Patrick K. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
An excellent walk today with Severnside Ramblers. 15 of us set off from Swineford Picnic Area and climbed to Kelston Round Hill. We dropped down to Weston and then headed up toward Beckford's Tower and back via Upton Cheyney. A ten mile walk with a lot of climbing! Thank you to Patrick for such a good walk! - Claire C.
2 Nov - Allerford - Selworthy photos taken by Gill King.
Final day of walking. 5 of us walked from the hotel and explored the pretty villages of Allerford and Selworthy. We then climbed up into Selworthy Woods before finishing the walk off at the tea room on Selworthy Green. Gill K.
2 Nov - Horner Wood walk led by Geoff. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
Another fabulous 10 mile walk today. Nine of us started from Horner Wood and climbed to Dunkery Beacon. I have to confess to struggling a bit with the climbs especially after yesterday’s efforts, but it was such a lovely walk that it made up for the tiredness, the driving rain as we climbed to the beacon and the very steep descent back to Horner Wood. Thank you to our walk leader, Geoff and to our excellent back marker, Jacky who looked after those of us who were bringing up the rear! Well done Severnside! Claire C.
1 Nov - Porlock photos taken by Gill King.
Day 2. 11 of us caught the bus to Porlock Weir then walked back across the beach and around the marsh. We then walked through the pretty villages of Bossington and Allerford before returning to the hotel. Gill K.
1 Nov - Selworthy walk led by Geoff. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
A super walk today for 11 hardy Severnside Ramblers, starting from Holnicote House, Selworthy.. We were so lucky with the weather until the last 15 minutes when it tipped down! But the views and sound of the sea were lovely and the variety of terrain was great. Thanks to Geoff for leading us on such a good walk. Claire C.
October
31 Oct - Kilve & East Quantoxhead, photos taken by Gill King.
Pictures from our weekend away at HF Holnicote. On Day 1 11 of us enjoyed a short lovely walk round Kilve and East Quantoxhead before joining the rest of the group at the hotel. Gill K.
26 Oct - Stonehouse walk led by Geoffrey P. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
14 Ramblers enjoyed a scenic and varied walk around Stonehouse led by Geoffrey. Elaine C.
12 Oct - Portskewett walk led by Geoff Mullett. Photos taken by Claire Cox. More photos by Wendy Spooner.
A tremendous turnout today of 29 ramblers for Severnside's walk with Geoff Mullett who drew a substantial following and led us on a fascinating walk along the Severn Estuary from Black Rock Lave Point via Sudbrook and Portskewett and back. It was a very interesting walk and really good to see so many walkers. Thank you very much, Geoff. Claire C.
Thanks to Geoff for leading the walk today. I always enjoy exploring a new area and hearing its history. Wendy S.
5 Oct - Caerleon walk led by Claire Cox. Photos taken by Claire Cox. More photos by Wendy Spooner.
15 Severnside Ramblers set off for a 9 mile walk from Caerleon, taking in the Roman Amphitheatre, The Celtic Manor golf courses, Ponthir and the Roman Barracks. A little bit of walking around the edges of several plough fields added the mileage up to just over 10 miles, but everyone was very good about it! The sun shone and we had an enjoyable walk. Claire C.
Blessed with a lovely sunny day for this enjoyable walk, with ups and downs, beautiful views and some historic sites thrown in for good measure. Wendy S.
September
28 Sept - Naunton walk led by Claire Cox. Photos taken by Claire Cox. More photos by Elaine Coulthard.
Today's walk was in lovely countryside and in lovely weather! It wasn't too hot or too cool and the sun was beautiful on the Cotswold stones and on the trees. Nine Severnside Ramblers turned out and we had a jolly day! Claire C
Lovely walk through the Slaughters and Bourton on the Water led by Claire. Eight Severnside members were joined by Francine from North Oxford’s group for a 10.4 mile loop through some delightful countryside and villages. Elaine C.
07 Sept - Newport Wetlands walk led by Helen and photos taken by Claire Cox.
A very good turnout of 10 Severnside Ramblers on a stormy, wet day at RSPB Newport Wetlands. The rain was daunting to start with but cleared up in time for lunch and we all seemed to enjoy ourselves. Thank you to Helen O for leading us on this 9 mile jolly in the rain. The blackberries were excellent! Claire C
05 Sept - Aust walk led by Jean Williams. Photos taken by Ken Mill and Elaine Coulthard. More photos taken by Wendy Spooner.
Wonderful walk organised and led by Jean W who even managed to organise a beautiful sunny day after the torrential rain of the past few days. Elaine C
Thanks to Jean W for leading this enjoyable walk. We had a good turnout and the sun was shining beautifully for us. Wendy S
August
31 Aug - Wotton under Edge walk led by Jean Aellen. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
A lovely figure of eight walk lead by Jean Aellen taking in Wotton and Wortley and ending with tea and cake in Wotton Town Hall. Elaine C.
24 Aug - Chipping Sodbury walk led by Ken Mill.
A warm sunny day for an 11 mile walk from Chipping Sodbury taking parts of the Frome Valley Walkway, Monarch's Way and the Cotswolds Way. Passing through the villages of Little Solsbury, Horton and Hawkesbury. Ken M
22 Aug - Lower Woods walk led by Allan Davis. Photos taken by Kim Carey. More photos by Wendy Spooner.
The sun shone, the ground was very parched and you could have believed it was autumn by all the leaves on the ground...thank you Allen for leading a lovely walk in the woods. Kim C.
Another beautiful day with the sun shining on us for the walk through the woods. Thanks for leading the walk Allan and getting us out of the woods and also taking us through two seasons in the same day. Wendy S.
20 Aug - Andy Pearson Memorial Walk - Oldbury on Severn walk led by Elaine Coulthard.
A most enjoyable evening walk, thanks to Elaine and Chris B for organising and leading this walk in memory of Andy Pearson. There was a great turnout for this walk. Wendy S
Andy Pearson 1949 - 2024
Greatly missed but definitely not forgotten.
Memorial Walk photos taken by Ken Mill
Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard
Photos taken by Wendy Spooner
17 Aug - Coaley Peak View Point & Nympsfield walk led by Jean Aellen. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
A very enjoyable 6 mile walk with Severnside Ramblers. Starting from Coaley Peak we meandered towards Uley Bury, the village of Uley and back round via Nympsfield. The views were excellent and the hot day was tempered by a lovely breeze! Thank you to Jean Aellen for a very good walk. Claire C.
10 Aug - Blaise and Badock’s figure of eight walk led by Elaine C. Photos taken by Wendy Spooner and Elaine Coulthard.
A figure of 8 walk from Canford Park, around the Blaise Estate, then via Badocks Wood and back to the start. Thanks to Elaine C for leading this interesting and enjoyable walk and encouraging us to walk the extra mile to see and walk over the newly opened Kingsweston bridge, twice! Wendy S.
8 Aug - Castle Combe walk led by Jean Aellen.
An enjoyable amble in the countryside around Castle Combe, starting and ending in the village. We went through woods, open fields, some ascents and descents, taking in a field of cattle who were luckily not interested in us, an hillside of rare breed sheep, and also some donkeys and Shetland ponies in the valley. There was even a fairy house to see. All topped off with refreshments in the local cafe.
Thanks to Jean for leading. Wendy S
July
25 July - Ashton Court a walk led by Elaine C. Photos taken by Ken Mill.
Another warm and sunny day for a 4 mile route around Ashton Court Estate. Many thanks to Elaine for leading this walk. Ken M.
20 July - Warmley Forest a walk led by Patrick K. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
Really good, varied, walk led by Patrick. We did get caught in the rain near the start, but it passed quite quickly and didn’t dampen our spirits as we walked through woodland, fields, valleys and villages and even alongside a field full of llamas. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
13 July - Corfe to Swanage more photos taken by Kim Carey.
13 July - Corfe to Swanage - an 8 mile walk along part of the Purbeck Way. photos taken by Claire Cox.
A few photos from Severnside Ramblers coach trip to Swanage yesterday. The weather was glorious with enough sea breeze to keep us comfortable. A group of us walked from Corfe to Swanage along the ridge between Poole and Swanage and the views were spectacular. Thank you very much to Jean Williams who led our walk and who also masterminded the coach trip. What a lovely day! Claire C
13 July - Swanage - a 10 mile walk from Durlston Country Park to Worth Matravers and return along Priest's Way to Swanage. Photos taken by Ken Mill.
13 July - Durlston - Swanage photos taken by Wendy Spooner.
A few photos from the longer walk, Durlston - Worth Matravers - Swanage. A most enjoyable circular walk along the coastal path from Swanage. The sea breeze was most welcome on a very hot day. Looking fresh as daisies at the start, but less so by the end of the walk! Thanks for leading the walk, Ken. Photos taken by Wendy Spooner.
11 July - Rangeworthy - We had a great walk lead by Cathy H. Starting from Rangeworthy church, we wandered through the by-ways and fields before wrapping up at a pub for some much-needed refreshments. Wendy Spooner
June
27 June - Iron Acton a walk led by Bob Smyth and photos taken by Ken Mill.
20 Ramblers enjoyed a 4 mile walk across fields, meadows and along river paths on part of the Frome Valley Walk Way. Many thanks to Bob Smyth for leading this walk. Ken
22 June - Tytherington a walk led by Jean Aellen. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
A very interesting walk today with Severnside Ramblers. We set off from Tytherington Village shop in search of ancient and veteran trees. We found a few, but the rest were a bit elusive! Still, it was a worthy hunt and a lovely walk. The rain took us a bit by surprise, especially one of us who had no rainwear! Thank you, Jean A for such a fun outing. photos taken by Claire Cox.
15 June - Laurie Lee walk a walk led by Sue Lancaster. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
This is a lovely walk set up by the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust and linking four of their nature reserves. It passes through areas of woodland and traditional limestone grassland and supports a huge variety of plants, butterflies and other wildlife. It also commemorates local poet and writer Laurie Lee, with eleven poetry posts en route. Many thanks to Sue Lancaster for leading this walk. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
13 June - Tresham and Alderley a walk led by Jean Aellen. Photos taken by Wendy S. More photos taken by Kim Carey.
Photos from today’s sunny walk led by Jean Aellen. Thanks so much Jean. Amazing weather, stunning views and good company and even a cow whisperer to keep a herd of frisky cows in order! – Wendy S.
08 June - A Mendip Walk a walk led by Patrick K. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
A super walk today with Severnside Ramblers - 9 miles from Priddy Green via Ebbor Gorge and Wookey Hole. The views were amazing! Thank you, Patrick for such a good walk. Claire C.
06 June - Pill Creek a walk led by David J and Caroline. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
An easy walk down to the Avon footpath/cycleway and up to Leigh Woods and return to Pill. Thanks to David and Caroline for a lovely 6 mile walk along the Avon and through Leigh Woods. Elaine Cl.
01 June - Sapperton a walk led by Helen OC. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
A lovely walk with Severnside Ramblers. Thank you to Helen for leading us on such an interesting walk. A varied walk from Sapperton, through woodland, wild flower meadows, along the Thames and Severn Canal and back to Sapperton. A very good day out! Claire Cox.
May
25 May - Cranham a walk led by Sue Lancaster. Photos taken by Elaine Coulthard.
A varied walk including woodland, Cotswold valleys and commons. Undulating but nothing too steep and passing through Witches Tump and Paradise. Many thanks to Sue L for leading this walk and Elaine C for taking the photos.
18 May - Avebury walk led by Claire Cox. Photos taken by Claire Cox.
What a lovely day for a ramble from Avebury with Severnside Ramblers. Wall to wall sunshine, a lovely cooling breeze and an amazing historic landscape. A true walk through time! Claire C.
16 May - Sherston photos taken by Wendy Spooner. Great walk starting at Sherston on a sunny Friday in May. What a way to spend a May morning; good walking, good company, enjoying the outdoors and a coffee to finish. Thanks Jean W for leading this enjoyable and beautiful walk.
© Wendy Spooner - photos
16 May - Sherston walk led by Jean Williams photos taken by Debbie Hanks. More photos taken by Elaine Coulthard. And more photos taken by Kim Carey.
Sherston and Sopworth Friday’s Lesiurely Ramble led by Jean W.
Nineteen fellow walkers set off from the village of Sherston heading across fields, along country lanes and farm tracks to the small village of Sopworth. A welcome break at ‘The Virgin Mary Church’. Continuing through the village we then encountered a herd of inquisitive cows who just wanted to know what we all were doing crossing thier field.
Following the River (Bristol) Avon as it meandered from its source at Didmarton we returned to Sherston. A welcome refreshment was on offer at the Angel Cafe once a 17th Century Coaching Inn. Debbie H.
2 May - Westbury on Trym walk led by Elaine and photos taken by Ken mill.
14 ramblers enjoyed a warm and sunny Friday amble from Canford Park and up into Blaise Castle Estate. Many thanks to Elaine for leading this walk.
April
27 Apr - Rodborough Common. A walk led by Kathy Strawbridge, photos taken by Claire Cox
An excellent 8 mile walk with Severnside Ramblers, starting on Rodborough Common and contouring round to Minchinhampton village, Minchinhampton Common and Box. All followed by a visit to Winstone Ice Cream Parlour as a reward! The flowers and blossom were glorious. Thank you Kathy Strawbridge for such a lovely walk. Claire C.
04 Apr - Millbury Heath. A walk led by Jean Williams, photos taken by Ken Mill
Some photos of today's Amble around Milbury Heath. 26 ramblers enjoyed this scenic walk using lanes, fields & tracks – with glimpses of seasonal flora. Many thanks to Jean Williams for leading this walk. Ken M.
March
30 Mar - Box Hill. A walk led by Geoff Mullett, photos taken by Claire Cox. More photos taken by Ken Mill
A super 8 mile walk around Box led by Geoff Mullett. We had glorious sunshine with a cooling breeze which was very much appreciated when climbing the hills! Thank you Geoff for a lovely day out! Claire C.
16 Mar - Bredon Hill. A walk led by Claire Cox, photos taken by Claire Cox.
9 miles up and around Bredon Hill for 6 Severnside Ramblers today. The sun gave up on us after a good start, but the views were fantastic. A cold north-easterly wind kept us moving sharpish! Claire C.
09 Mar - Tormarton and Badminton. A walk led by John Davies, photos taken by Claire Cox.
Today's walk with Severnside Ramblers was 10 miles starting in Tormarton and heading towards Badminton, across the estate to Little Badminton and back. It was a lovely sunny day and a very interesting walk. Thank you, John Davies! - Claire C.
02 Mar - Bradford on Avon. A walk led by Monica Davies, photos taken by Claire Cox.
What a beautiful day for a walk from Bradford on Avon with Severnside Ramblers. It was one of those magic days. Thanks to Monica Davies for such a cracking walk!Claire C.
February
16 Feb - Keep Off the Grass. A walk led by Elaine C, photos taken by Claire Cox.
A really good walk with Severnside Ramblers today, starting on The Downs and exploring Hotwells, the Floating Harbour and many other parts of Bristol. It was bitterly cold with an easterly wind, but enjoyable nonetheless. Thank you to Elaine who kept us under control with her orange whistle and educated us with loads of interesting facts about our home city! Claire C.
09 Feb - Clevedon. A walk led by Kathy Strawbridge, photos taken by Claire Cox.
An excellent 7.8 mile walk with Severnside Ramblers. There was only a little bit of sun, but it was DRY! Thank you, Kathy Strawbridge for a good day out from Clevedon and around Walton and Weston in Gordanos. Claire C.
07 Feb - Stinchcombe Hill. A walk led by Allan Davis, photos taken by Ken Mill.
An excellent 4 mile walk around Stinchcombe Hill with 19 Severnside Ramblers. A chilly grey start and only a little bit of sun. Thank you, Allan for a good day for our first Friday Amble of 2025. Photos taken by Ken.
02 Feb - Coaley Peak. A walk led by Sue Lancaster, photos taken by Claire Cox.
A lovely sunny walk today with Severnside Ramblers. Starting at Coaley Peak Car Park we contoured through Stanley Woods to Selsley Common and then headed over the top to Woodchester Park and back to the cars. Thank you to Sue Lancaster for an excellent 8.3 mile walk! Claire Cox.
January
12 Jan - Kewstoke and Sand Bay. A walk led by Kathy Strawbridge, photos taken by Claire Cox.
What a turnout we had today! 19 Severnside Ramblers walked 9 miles from Kewstoke, along Sand Bay to Woodspring Priory and back around St Thomas's Head, Middle Hope and Sand Point. A really interesting walk. Thank you to Kathy Strawbridge for entertaining us on a dreary January Day - Claire Cox.
12 Jan - Swineford and Kelston. A walk led by Christine Turner, photos taken by Claire Cox.
A very good 7 mile walk with Severnside Ramblers starting from Swineford, climbing to Lansdown and returning via Kelston Roundhill. The views were good, though not as clear as we would like! Thank you to Christine Turner for leading us through the mud! Claire Cox.
05 Jan - Fromebridge. A walk led by Claire Cox, photos taken by Claire Cox.
Starting from Fromebridge Mill car park we follow the Stroudwater Navigation towards Saul Junction. This area of the canal is being restored and it is interesting to see the activity to date. We continue following the route of the canal to the River Severn. We return via Saul admiring the interesting architecture in the village on the way and continue our walk back to Fromebridge Mill along the banks of the River Frome. Photos taken by Claire Cox.