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Mells Village – Mells River Path loop from Mells

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Mells Village – Mells River Path loop from Mells

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Mells Village – Mells River Path loop from Mells

01:31

5.71km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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159 m

Mells Village

Highlight • Pub

Mells is a small pretty village in northeast Somerset. The streets feel old with several historically important buildings including the old church and manor house.
The Talbot Inn is a great traditional country pub offering food, drinks and snacks from 11:00 - 23:00 Wed to Sun.
The Walled Garden café and community plant nursery is open for cafe food and pizza from 11:00 - 16:00 Wed to Sun.

Tip by

260 m

The Talbot Inn

Highlight • Pub

Talbot inn at Mells is one of the best pubs in the area. Huge garden and traditional interior

Tip by

498 m

Mells Village Shop, Post Office and Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great place to stop for tea and cake on a ride or walk. Attached is a little shop selling local produce which is handy if you need to grabs some snacks to take on the road.

Tip by

2.71 km

Mells River Stone Bridge

Highlight • River

In the valley below Great Elm, a charming bridge crosses the Mells River, with a bench on the riverbank offering a peaceful spot to enjoy the views or take a refreshing dip. A layby on one side of the river provides convenient parking if you'd like to start your journey here.

Tip by

3.35 km

Mells River

Highlight • Forest

When exploring the Mells River area, it's advisable to wear sturdy, waterproof hiking boots with good ankle support and deep tread to navigate the varied terrain comfortably [1]. Additionally, carrying a small first aid kit can be beneficial for addressing minor injuries like blisters or scrapes during your walk.

[1] cotswoldoutdoor.com/best-uk-rainy-day-walks.html
[2] responsibletravel.com/holidays/england-walking/travel-guide/england-walking-holidays-travel-advice

Tip by

3.57 km

St Andrew's Church, Mells

Highlight • Religious Site

Beautiful stained-glass and associations with many famous people, including the grave of Siegfried Sassoon

Tip by

3.97 km

Mells River Path

Highlight • River

Great walking route between Mells & Frome

Tip by

5.50 km

The Walled Garden at Mells

Highlight • Natural

Garden cafe surrounded by beautiful planting and sculptures. terraced areas to enjoy the sunshine or a large greenhouse if it is raining. Very cycle friendly, with a wood fired pizza oven if you have worked up enough of an appetite.

Tip by

5.71 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.15 km

1.32 km

1.30 km

465 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.12 km

1.30 km

977 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 11 July

31°C

14°C

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Mells Village – Mells River Path loop from Mells

Mells Village

The Talbot Inn

Mells Village Shop, Post Office and Café

Mells River Stone Bridge

Mells River

St Andrew's Church, Mells

Mells River Path

The Walled Garden at Mells

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