West Mendip Way
Mendip Hills National Landscape, Somerset, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Mendip Hills National Landscape, Somerset, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 29.2 mi (47 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,249 ft (1,295 m)
- Est. Time
- 11 hr 35 min
- High point
- 879 ft (268 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Explosives Store 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Cave 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from start
- Peak: Wavering Down 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from start
- Cave: Tyning's Barrows Swallet 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Black Rock 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from start
- Campsite: Owley Woods Glamping 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from start
- Attraction: Sheep Hurdles 23.5 mi (37.8 km) from start
- Shelter 23.5 mi (37.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Lime Kiln 27.8 mi (44.8 km) from start
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Questions about West Mendip Way
How long is West Mendip Way?
West Mendip Way is 29.2 mi (47 km) long. Most people take about 11 hr 35 min. It climbs 4,249 ft (1,295 m) in total, up to a high point of 879 ft (268 m).
How hard is West Mendip Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West Mendip Way?
Parking at the start. 23 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on West Mendip Way?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is West Mendip Way shaded?
Partly shaded (43% under trees).
What can you do on West Mendip Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near West Mendip Way?
Wharf Side Tearooms, 0 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Uphill Village Shop, 0.2 mi (0.4 km).
Is this a good week for West Mendip Way?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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