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Sham Castle and the view over Bath

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Sham Castle and the view over Bath

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    April 1, 2023

    Hiking

    Sham Castle is a folly built for Ralph Allen to improve the views from his house in Bath. It was built in 1762.
    The castle has great views across Bath and is visited on the wonderful Bath Skyline walk.

    August 26, 2023

    Hiking

    Sham Castle is a folly on Claverton Down overlooking the city of Bath. It is a screen wall with a central pointed arch flanked by two 3-storey circular turrets, which extend sideways to a 2-storey square tower at each end of the wall.

    August 26, 2023

    Hiking

    Sham Castle is a folly on Claverton Down overlooking the city of Bath. It is a screen wall with a central pointed arch flanked by two 3-storey circular turrets, which extend sideways to a 2-storey square tower at each end of the wall.

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    Best routes to Sham Castle and the view over Bath

    4.7

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    1. Bath Skyline loop from from Bath Spa Station

    12.0km

    03:17

    180m

    180m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    4.4

    (15)

    72

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    5.53km

    01:27

    40m

    40m

    Hike the easy Bath Skyline Walk, a 3.4-mile (5.5 km) route offering panoramic views of Bath and the Avon Valley, passing Sham Castle.
    Easy

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 160 m

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    Location: Bathampton, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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