Corsham — Melksham

Cormel five
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By panifex on 20 Dec 2022

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Description

This is a more direct route between Corsham and Melksham, utilising the same well trodden footpaths between the edge of Corsham and Whitley as Cormel four but sticking to the roads other than that. In addition, the route through Whitley has been slightly tweaked so that it passes directly by the pub and coffee shop. The road between Shaw and Melksham (A365) may look problematic, but it has a wide pavement all the way along and the traffic is limited to 40 mph. It is not unpleasant walking.

Overall, if you are looking for an easy, direct and safe route between Corsham and Melksham, this is a good way to do it

This is a more direct route between Corsham and Melksham, utilising the same well trodden footpaths between the edge of Corsham and Whitley as Cormel four but sticking to the roads other than that. In addition, the route through Whitley has been slightly tweaked so that it passes directly by the pub and coffee shop. The road between Shaw and Melksham (A365) may look problematic, but it has a wide pavement all the way along and the traffic is limited to 40 mph. It is not unpleasant walking.

Overall, if you are looking for an easy, direct and safe route between Corsham and Melksham, this is a good way to do it

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Reviews - 2

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Is this route good enough? -  Yes (2)

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Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.		 Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Maybe present Vegan restaurant (1)
Present at time of survey Accommodation (1)
Not present at time of survey Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Not present at time of survey Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Not present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Maybe present Very muddy (1)
Not present at time of survey Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Not present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Gates (1)
Present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Not present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Maybe present Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Not present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 55.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 21.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 19.0% (1)

The steepest camber gradient across the path 3.0% (1)

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unclear in places (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Present at time of survey Small Pug-sized dog (1)
Maybe present Small Labrador-sized dog (1)
Not present at time of survey Large St. Bernard-sized dog (1)
Not present at time of survey Standard pram (1)
Not present at time of survey Off-road rugged pram (1)
Not present at time of survey Standard wheelchair (1)
Not present at time of survey Off-road rugged wheelchair (1)
Not present at time of survey Standard mobility scooter (1)
Not present at time of survey Off-road rugged mobility scooter (1)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Present at time of survey Small Pug-sized dog (1)
Maybe present Small Labrador-sized dog (1)
Not present at time of survey Large St. Bernard-sized dog (1)
Not present at time of survey Standard pram (1)
Not present at time of survey Off-road rugged pram (1)
Not present at time of survey Standard wheelchair (1)
Not present at time of survey Off-road rugged wheelchair (1)
Not present at time of survey Standard mobility scooter (1)
Not present at time of survey Off-road rugged mobility scooter (1)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

7.0% of the route is on roads (1)

58.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

71.0% of the route is paved (1)

17.0% of the route is muddy (1)

4.0% of the route is over rough ground (1)

0.0% of the route is through long grass (1)

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Corsham
Grid Ref ST8727270574
Lat / Lon 51.43402° / -2.18448°
Easting / Northing 387,272E / 170,574N
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Melksham
Grid Ref ST9045663638
Lat / Lon 51.37172° / -2.13849°
Easting / Northing 390,456E / 163,638N
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reviews

Brian

27 Mar 2023 Spring
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Other than taking the 69 Zig Zag bus, this is probably the shortest / quickest route between Corsham and Melksham. I agree with Panifex review, but personally prefer the Pear Tree pub to the cafe. ..............shows where my priorities lie. A smidgen can be cut off the route by going down First Lane, instead of Middle Lane.
The well trodden paths were very muddy in late March, but are vg in high summer
The view coming from Pond Close Farm is far reaching
Whilst I agree there is a pavement for much of the route, the A365 from Shaw to the underpass, whilst 40 mph, the vehicles including buses and lorries often travel faster than that.

Panifex

20 Dec 2022 Autumn
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I walked this route today from Corsham to Melksham, with no difficulties. It has been very wet recently, and some of the fields were a little waterlogged - but nothing too bad, certainly no worse than expected at this time of year. As long as you are wearing sensible footwear there is no problem. Mostly, the paths were very obvious and clear - and very well trodden.

The coffee shop / bike shop in Whitley is recommended!

Cross at the zebra crossing in Shaw just before the church. The walk along the A365, while not exactly picturesque, was no problem at all. The pavement is wide, and the traffic not too fast. It provides a quick and easy way into / out of Melksham.

The Market Tavern by the routes end in Melksham is also very much worth a visit.

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