Discovery, connection and outdoor adventure are the themes of this year’s Somer Valley Walking Festival, on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September.
The festival is organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Somer Valley Rediscovered project in partnership with Somer Valley Ramblers.
The programme offers walks for all abilities – from a stroll around the Timsbury Valley to a more strenuous hike through the Cam Valley and a Wellbeing Buggy Walk for parents, families and caregivers.
Councillor Sarah Warren, deputy council leader (statutory) and cabinet member for Sustainable Bath and North East Somerset said: “The Somer Valley Festival is always a popular event. I would encourage people to join one or more of the walks and take the opportunity to explore the area. Most of the events are family friendly and free and many are led by local experts who are keen to share their local knowledge.”
A bat walk, led by Steve England, starts at 7.30pm on Saturday evening.
The Super Pirates Family Festival at Timsbury Conygre Hall will offer entertainment, with a disco, circus activities, crafts and a giant inflatable ring from 3pm to 5pm on Sunday.
As well as the walks there are sessions which aim to encourage people to try new things. On Saturday there is Nordic Walking in Midsomer Norton Town Park and on Sunday Tai Chi, Nordic Walking in Timsbury and Seated Dance.
There are also Westfield Heritage Trails and an immersive Somer Valley Audio Trail through Haydon Batch, Waterside Valley, Wellow Brook Walk or Midsomer Norton Town Park.
