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Sham Castle and the view over Bath loop from University of Bath

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Bath and North East Somerset

Sham Castle and the view over Bath loop from University of Bath

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Sham Castle and the view over Bath loop from University of Bath

00:34

4.97km

60m

Running

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 156 m for 64 m

Permit required: • 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (otherwise closed)

After 4.76 km for 64 m

Permit required: • 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (otherwise closed)

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Start point

Parking

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2.60 km

View of Bath from Bathampton Down

Highlight • Trail

From this point you can run through the gate and across the golf course towards the uni or continue in either direction on the circular Bath Skyline route across Bathampton …

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2.64 km

View of Bath and the Avon Valley from Bathampton Down

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this elevated vantage point on Bathampton Down, you can enjoy tremendous views across the stunning southern Cotswolds countryside over the picturesque Avon Valley and the historic city of Bath.

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4.07 km

Sham Castle and the view over Bath

Highlight • Monument

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.

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4.97 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.91 km

1.76 km

156 m

147 m

Surfaces

2.36 km

1.86 km

308 m

295 m

147 m

Elevation

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Friday 3 July

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Sham Castle and the view over Bath loop from University of Bath

View of Bath from Bathampton Down

View of Bath and the Avon Valley from Bathampton Down

Sham Castle and the view over Bath

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