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Bowerhill Canal Picnic Area – Avoncliff Bridge loop from Melksham

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United Kingdom
England
South West England
Melksham

Bowerhill Canal Picnic Area – Avoncliff Bridge loop from Melksham

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Bowerhill Canal Picnic Area – Avoncliff Bridge loop from Melksham

03:07

12.3km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 5.79 km for 10 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.81 km

Bowerhill Canal Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Great place to stop for a break, each table even has a bbq stand, well looked after by the local community.

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2

5.79 km

Small swing-bridge on a scenic and peaceful stretch of the Kennet & Avon Canal, close to the village of Semington.

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3

7.73 km

Whaddon Church

Highlight • Religious Site

4

8.45 km

Packhorse Bridge Over the River Avon

Highlight • Historical Site

A narrow pack horse bridge over the river Avon between Trowbridge and Melksham. It's a beautiful old bridge and a useful crossing point allowing you to run loops without using the busy roads close by.

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5

8.46 km

Avoncliff Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

peaceful place

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12.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.91 km

2.43 km

866 m

603 m

471 m

Surfaces

3.97 km

3.85 km

2.93 km

889 m

603 m

< 100 m

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