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Pensford Viaduct – Pensford Viaduct loop from Compton Dando

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Pensford Viaduct – Pensford Viaduct loop from Compton Dando

Moderate

4.8

(12)

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Pensford Viaduct – Pensford Viaduct loop from Compton Dando

02:26

8.91km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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657 m

Bluebell and Wildflower Woodland

Highlight • Forest

This is a beautiful woodland with a wonderful atmosphere. Filled with bluebells, wild garlic and birdsong, it's a magical place to be in Spring especially. A pleasure to stroll through at any time of year.

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1.44 km

Alpacas on the Community Forest Path, Woollard

Highlight • River

This footpath between Woollard and Compton Dando is part of the 45 mile (72 km) Community Forest Path which circles Bristol. This section crosses fields above the River Chew.

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2.25 km

Woollard River Swimming Spot

Highlight • Beach

A small footbridge and weir narrows the Chew and creates a natural pool next to a field. There is a footpath going through the field, the bridleway goes up the …

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2.81 km

River Chew

Lake

3.45 km

All Saints' Church, Publow

Highlight • Religious Site

It is not so common for a Christian place of worship – which encompasses the whole of heaven – to be dedicated to “ALL SAINTS”. Usually it is one (or …

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4.20 km

Pensford Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Spanning 995 feet (303 meters) and 95 feet (29 meters) tall, the Pensford viaduct is impossible to miss when you visit the village. The beautiful disused railway bridge was built …

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4.35 km

Pensford Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Pensford Viaduct is a striking former railway bridge across the River Chew. A footpath heads right underneath the 95-foot (29-m) high bridge along the river, giving you a chance to …

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4.57 km

Pensford Viaduct and St Thomas à Becket's Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Awesome ride from Chew valley along NCN 410. Rising Sun Pub beer garden. Sit and and enjoy quaint views and fast flowing river beneath old railway viaduct.

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6.62 km

Woodland Pond

Highlight • Lake

A lovely, wildlife-rich pond set within tranquil woodland. Listen to the birds sing and gentle wind in the trees.

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8.91 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.42 km

2.34 km

1.99 km

1.57 km

589 m

Surfaces

2.58 km

2.09 km

1.05 km

1.04 km

491 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 18 May

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Pensford Viaduct – Pensford Viaduct loop from Compton Dando

Bluebell and Wildflower Woodland

Alpacas on the Community Forest Path, Woollard

Woollard River Swimming Spot

All Saints' Church, Publow

Pensford Viaduct

Pensford Viaduct

Pensford Viaduct and St Thomas à Becket's Church

Woodland Pond

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