Bath Skyline
National Trust countryside walk above Bathwick
About Bath Skyline
Bath Skyline is open countryside south-east of the city, where the National Trust looks after about 500 acres of woodland and farmland. Its six-mile circular Bath Skyline walk starts on Bathwick Hill at Cleveland Walk, in Bathwick, and the Trust says the mix of city and countryside helped earn the...
Highlights
- Sham Castle
- Smallcombe Wood
- Georgian tramway remains
- Iron Age field system
- Views over the city
Opening Hours
Features & Facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Bath Skyline walk?
The full circular route is 6 miles (9.6km), and the National Trust allows three and a half to four hours.
Where does the walk start?
On Bathwick Hill at Cleveland Walk (BA2 6JP). Buses from the city centre stop at Cleveland Walk, and Bath Spa station is 0.8 miles away.
Is there parking?
There are no National Trust car parks on the Skyline. The Trust points visitors to the frequent buses from the city centre.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. Dogs must be under close control, and on leads around grazing animals, farmland and in the Woodland Play Area.
Is it suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs?
The main walk has steep hills, steps and a stile, but the two-mile Family Discovery Trail is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
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