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Although lying well off the tourist trail, the streets behind the Circus and the Royal Crescent have some fascinating stories...
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This month, Andrew Swift takes on a walk inspired by the concept of rus in urbe – the country in...
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On July 15 2023, Peter Lant went for a walk over Solsbury Hill with his dog Sid. It was the...
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FACT FILELength of walk: 3 milesAlthough this is a town walk, a fair part of it lies through water meadows,...
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Andrew Swift walks in a figure of eight, following ancient trackways, prehistoric earthworks and panoramic views and encountering disused chalk...
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This month’s walk follows riverside paths and quiet village streets to uncover Saltford’s rich industrial and architectural past – from...
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Andrew Swift takes us on a four-mile circular walk along a dramatic section of an old trackbed near Shepton Mallet,...
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Most people would probably agree that graffiti – especially when it means scoring initials into historic buildings – is a...
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This month Andrew Swift follows a scenic route from Walcot Street and Kensington Meadows which takes in the towpath of...
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When William Gibbs bought Tyntes Place near Wraxall in 1843, he acquired a Tudor-style Regency villa set in a 300-acre...
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Minchinhampton is an ancient hilltop town of narrow streets and sweeping common land. This month Andrew Swift guides us through...
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Exploring Tetbury brings a host of discoveries for Andrew Swift, including a station with its original signalbox, a Finnish railway...