Gravel Trail to Westerleigh – Brandy Bottom Colliery Ruins loop from Pucklechurch

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Pucklechurch

Gravel Trail to Westerleigh – Brandy Bottom Colliery Ruins loop from Pucklechurch

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Gravel Trail to Westerleigh – Brandy Bottom Colliery Ruins loop from Pucklechurch

01:44

6.47km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

2.29 km

Bypass on the local cycle route

Highlight • Cycleway

Take a right after Parkfield Rank when in the woodlands

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3.44 km

Gravel Trail to Westerleigh

Highlight • Trail

Where the cycle path changes from tarmac to a light gravel, strade bianche style in places next to the fields and more muddy under the trees. Really fun and beautiful way to escape the city.

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3.66 km

Brandy Bottom Colliery is a former colliery in Pucklechurch, South Gloucestershire, England. It was a steam-powered colliery that operated from the early 19th century until the early 20th century. The …

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3.77 km

Brandy Bottom Colliery Ruins

Highlight • Monument

Brandy Bottom Colliery, located just off the Bath-Bristol cycle path, was an important coal mining site in the 19th century, particularly known for its deep mine workings. The site features …

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5.58 km

King's Lane Byway

Highlight • Trail

Very wet and poached in winter and doesn't really lead anywhere... not my favourite in the area but worth an explore anyway!

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6.22 km

The Old Dairy Café

Highlight • Cafe

Brilliant little cafe near the bike path in Pucklechurch opposite the church. Good seating outside for watching the world go by while you enjoy some delicious food or coffee.

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6.47 km

End point

Bus stop

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