Frome — Bradford-On-Avon

Frobra three
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By panifex on 07 Oct 2022

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Description

I designed this route to take advantage of the Macmillan Way while still being as direct as possible. It uses mostly quiet lanes and well used footpaths. There is a reasonably steep hill at Ilford, and another at Avoncliff, but they are not too bad. The route has a plethora of pubs and cafes along the way. Care and patience is needed to cross the A36 - this seems unavoidable for any route between Frome and Bradford-on-Avon - and this crossing point has good visbility and is close to a roundabout, so vehicles are not at full speed

I designed this route to take advantage of the Macmillan Way while still being as direct as possible. It uses mostly quiet lanes and well used footpaths. There is a reasonably steep hill at Ilford, and another at Avoncliff, but they are not too bad. The route has a plethora of pubs and cafes along the way. Care and patience is needed to cross the A36 - this seems unavoidable for any route between Frome and Bradford-on-Avon - and this crossing point has good visbility and is close to a roundabout, so vehicles are not at full speed

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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)
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)
Maybe present 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

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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)
Maybe present Stepping stones (1)
Maybe present Very slippery (1)
Present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Not present at time of survey Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not 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)
Present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Not 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 30.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 35.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 35.0% (1)

The steepest camber gradient across the path 10.0% (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.

Maybe present Small Pug-sized dog (1)
Not present at time of survey 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.

Maybe present Small Pug-sized dog (1)
Not present at time of survey 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

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18.0% of the route is on roads (1)

19.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

52.0% of the route is paved (1)

3.0% of the route is muddy (1)

8.0% of the route is over rough ground (1)

3.0% of the route is through long grass (1)

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4X April 2023 by Brian
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Frome
Grid Ref ST7764948039
Lat / Lon 51.23109° / -2.32149°
Easting / Northing 377,649E / 148,039N
What3Words gangs.mull.truth
Bradford-On-Avon
Grid Ref ST8255360871
Lat / Lon 51.34665° / -2.25189°
Easting / Northing 382,553E / 160,871N
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reviews

Brian

16 Mar 2023 Winter
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As other BATFRO routes, I have only undertaken the section between Frome and Beckington too date.
This is the shortest route, between the two spots. Comments about walking on the pavement adjacent to the B3090 still prevail. I found the section from Oldford behind the Creamery factory challenging in summer, it was heavily overgrown with brambles, and I kept falling in the dry ditch ( full of water in winter )
I raised complaints onto Somerset ROW website, and apparently it was cleared, but beware brambles grow again rapidly. I found a less challenging route was walking past the factory along the quiet Lullington Lane, then crossing a stile to the Weir, then up the Macmillan Way into Beckington. It is no further and more enjoyable ( less stiles and brambles - whats not to like )
I will upload it as Frobra 4.

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    Brian

    05 Apr 2023

    I have now walked and surveyed the section between Beckington to BOA, and Panifex route is a much nicer option than the Wingfield West wood option
    Far fewer stiles, more picturesque, but more ascents

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Panifex

07 Oct 2022 Autumn
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I walked this route today and it was just as good as I imagined. Easy to navigate, beautiful countryside and plenty of refreshment opportunities along the way. The route out of Frome is along the pavement beside the main road. I'm sure there are more pleasant routes, but this is by far the most direct and is safe. The footpath by the creamery is a little narrow, and could probably get a bit overgrown - but was fine for me today. Crossing the A36 was the least pleasant part of the route (and the reason I've only given this 4 stars...) but I only had to wait probably less than a minute. Visibility is very good, and it really is a matter of being patient and sensible.

I know from previous experience that The Cross Keys in Rode is a great pub - but it was too early today.

The route from Rode is along a paved lane for quite a while, before turning into an obvious footpath through the fields. There is a steep set of steps to climb at Tellisford. It is necessary to walk along the A366 for a short distance at Farleigh Hungerford. Care is obviously needed, but again visibility is good and the traffic is slow moving. The Castle at Farleigh Hungerford is well worth a visit if you have time. There is another steep set of steps to descend from the castle to the valley, but then the walk along the valley towards Iford Manor is really lovely.

The cafe at Iford Manor looked very nice, but I didn't stop today. Noted for another time. The climb up Iford Hill was not too bad, and the route through the housing estate at Westwood was obvious. It is a steep descent to Avoncliff, but worth it for the cafe and pub at the bottom. From there, it is an easy stroll to Bradford-on-Avon along the canal.

I thoroughly enjoyed this walk - and would have given it 5 stars if not for the A36 crossing.

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