Walk Eight: Canal and Riverside Walk
An interesting walk combining the historical city centre with a
quieter canal walk
Map and Summary
Starting from the historic Pulteney Bridge with wonderful views
of the weir and Bath Abbey. The walk follows the river, towards
Widcombe, where the Kennett and Avon canal joins
the River Avon. The walk then continues along the canal.
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Distance: 1.55 miles or 2500 metres
Grading: Steep
Comments: Complete walk not
suitable for wheelchair users. Moderate slopes in places and
steps
Walk Highlights
A surprisingly quiet and peaceful walk, just a short distance
from the City centre. From the canal the walk continues down
Bathwick Hill and along to Great Pulteney Street to Laura Place
which are outstanding examples of Georgian architecture.
Route Information
Wheelchair access is from Grove Street passing under Argyle
Street. The exit from the towpath at Bathwick Hill is not
wheelchair accessible.
Disclaimer
Walkers participate at their own risk. Bath & North East
Somerset Council cannot accept responsibility for any personal
injury. Please consult your doctor if you have heart disease. Do
not go walking if you have a raised temperature.
The information contained in these pages are correct at the
published date given at the bottom of this page.
Maps copyright Bath Tourism and British Waterways.
