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Woodland Pond – River Chew loop from Pensford

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Woodland Pond – River Chew loop from Pensford

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Woodland Pond – River Chew loop from Pensford

01:58

7.21km

110m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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609 m

Woodland Pond

Highlight • Lake

A lovely, wildlife-rich pond set within tranquil woodland. Listen to the birds sing and gentle wind in the trees.

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3.07 km

Compton Dando Village

Highlight • Pub

The pretty village of Compton Dando is nestled in the Chew Valley. It has many listed buildings and a long history, including a mention in the 1086 Domesday Book. Part …

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3.74 km

Bluebell and Wildflower Woodland

Highlight • Forest

This is a beautiful woodland with a wonderful atmosphere. Filled with bluebells, wild garlic and birdsong, it's a magical place to be in Spring especially. A pleasure to stroll through at any time of year.

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4.52 km

Alpacas on the Community Forest Path, Woollard

Highlight • River

This footpath between Woollard and Compton Dando is part of the 45 mile (72 km) Community Forest Path which circles Bristol. This section crosses fields above the River Chew.

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4.93 km

River Chew

Highlight • River

Winding 17 miles (27 km) through rural Somerset, the River Chew is a beautiful stretch of water. It passes through the Mendip hills, flowing through Publow, Woolard and Compton Dandon …

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5.03 km

Field Pathway and Bicycle Dismount Point

Highlight • Cycleway

you have to be able to get your bike thru the gate and then it's a short ride thru a field before you hit a decentish path

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5.18 km

Woollard River Swimming Spot

Highlight • Beach

A small footbridge and weir narrows the Chew and creates a natural pool next to a field. There is a footpath going through the field, the bridleway goes up the …

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6.23 km

Pond Near Bath

Highlight • Natural

7.21 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.59 km

1.82 km

791 m

714 m

228 m

Surfaces

4.30 km

1.44 km

935 m

467 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 16 May

14°C

7°C

65 %

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Woodland Pond – River Chew loop from Pensford

Woodland Pond

Compton Dando Village

Bluebell and Wildflower Woodland

Alpacas on the Community Forest Path, Woollard

River Chew

Field Pathway and Bicycle Dismount Point

Woollard River Swimming Spot

Pond Near Bath

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