Cycle Racks
Please see the map below showing the cycle rack locations in Wells
The Strawberry Line
https://www.thestrawberryline.org.uk/
The Strawberry Line Path is an ambitious project aiming to create a continuous 30-mile traffic-free path spanning Mid-Somerset from Clevedon to Shepton Mallet.
It will follow as much of the old Strawberry Line track-bed as possible, and represents a wonderful opportunity to open up the countryside for cyclists, walkers of all ages, runners, parents with buggies and wheelchair users. When complete, it will connect over 70,000 people across Somerset in a beautiful and sustainable way, and provide a key section of the grand Somerset Circle.
The cycleway section from Yatton to Cheddar and smaller sections around Wells (Wells to Haybridge, Wells to Dulcote, Wells to South Horrington and Easton to Westbury sub Mendip) have already been completed and are there for you to enjoy today.
Drop into the Tourist Information Centre to pick up a free leaflet
The Avalon Marshes - Walking and cycling on the Somerset Levels
http://avalonmarshes.org/explore/things-to-do/walking/
The Avalon Marshes were a vital resource for local communities, including grazing, turf cutting, and reeds for thatching. As a result many footpaths, droves and lanes link these communities to the marshes. These are ideal for walking, and the Avalon Marshes Project has developed a series of Circular Heritage Walking Routes which help you fully explore the area.
http://avalonmarshes.org/explore/things-to-do/cycling/
The flat landscape of the Avalon Marshes is perfect for cyclists with quiet lanes, droves and cycle paths. Route 3 of the National Cycle Network runs through the Avalon Marshes, connecting Glastonbury, Wells and Bridgwater, and nearby Route 33 provides a link with Highbridge Station.
The Old Railway Track links the Avalon Marshes Centre with Glastonbury and runs through the centre of Shapwick Heath and Ham Wall natures reserves. The Avalon Marshes project has developed four circular cycle routes which take in the best of the area and tell you about the heritage you will find along the way.
Outdoor Pursuits
Mendip Outdoor Pursuits
Lyncombe Drive
Churchill
North Somerset
BS255PQ.
01934 834877
https://www.mendip.co.uk/
Mendip Outdoor Pursuits is situated at the edge of the stunning Mendip Hills in North Somerset located between Bristol and Weston-Super-Mare. Since 1987 we have been providing high quality, tailor-made outward bound courses for organisations and individuals throughout the South West.
Fun Days Out: Whether you're having to entertain a noisy herd of hyperactive children, or looking for something different for an adult, social get together. We have over 15 activities suitable for any age from 8 to 80; giving you the chance to try something new, or enjoy something familiar with friends. Whatever you choose, we can provide an amazing day out.
Stag and Hen Parties: We've had many years’ experience arranging events for stag and hen parties. We can suggest and book accommodation, provide catering and transport. All you need to do is decide which of our range of exhilarating activities you would like to try.
Activities on offer: Kayaking, Open Canoeing, Raft Building, River Trips, Abseiling, Caving, Climbing, Archery, Assault Course, Bush Craft, Initiative Exercises, Mountain Walking, Navigation and Orienteering.
Mendip Ramblers
https://www.mendipramblers.co.uk
Mendip Ramblers have a programme of walks for every Thursday and Sunday with social events, weekends away and holidays:
Thursday Walks start at 10am and are usually about 6 miles finishing usually before 2pm. They are a slower pace than the Sunday walks averaging under 2 miles per hour. We stop at 11 am for a coffee break and around 12.30 for lunch, so bring a drink and packed lunch.
Sunday Walks start at 10 am and are usually 10 miles plus finishing around 4pm. They are at a faster pace than our Thursday walks with an average speed of 2.5 miles per hour. We stop at 11 am for a coffee break and around 12.30 for lunch, so bring a drink and packed lunch. We also stop for a short mid-afternoon break on our longer walks.
Dogs - well behaved and under control - are welcome on all our walks unless the walks details state otherwise.
Look at our current programme of walks to find one for you!
Mendip Society Walks
http://www.mendipsociety.org.uk/about/walking
The Mendip Society is a registered charity, No. 262867. It is a group of some 500 like-minded people who come together in the interests of conserving and enhancing the Mendip Hills and the surrounding area, for everyone to enjoy. The Society runs a comprehensive programme of walks, almost every weekend.
Visitors are welcome to join the walks for a £2 donation towards the work of the Mendip Society. Walks are sometimes for members only and this will be specified in the Programme.
Please wear suitable clothing and boots, and please ensure that the walk grade is suitable for your fitness level. All walkers must take personal responsibility for their own safety (and that of any accompanying children), informing the leader of any personal health matter which might affect them on that walk. Unless stated otherwise, well behaved dogs on leads are welcome on walks. Assistance Dogs are welcome on all walks.
Walks Grading System
Easy. Up to 4 miles (1 - 2 hrs) with less than 50m of continuous ascent, mainly low gradients or flat. Terrain mainly undemanding, e.g. reasonable paths used, little loose rock, stones, or large areas of mud or water.
Moderate. 4 to 6 miles (2 - 3 hrs) with 50m -150m of continuous ascent, terrain undulating but either one significant hill or several smaller ones. Terrain may include small areas of rock, loose stones, mud, & minor scrub. Most walks are expected to lie in this category.
Harder. More than 6 miles of the type of walking in the Moderate class, or continuous steep ascents of more than 150m (400ft), or a number of smaller steep hills, or more than one of these features.