Frome — Bradford-On-Avon

Frobra four
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By Brian on 16 Mar 2023

Distance

18km/11mi

Ascent

70m

Descent

13m

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Description

This route largely follows FroBra three, with a minor tweak between Oldford and Beckington. It cuts out the challenging section behind the Creamery, which can get seriously overgrown. Replaced by the quiet Lullington Lane to the Weir, then rejoining the MMacmillan Way

This route largely follows FroBra three, with a minor tweak between Oldford and Beckington. It cuts out the challenging section behind the Creamery, which can get seriously overgrown. Replaced by the quiet Lullington Lane to the Weir, then rejoining the MMacmillan Way

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This route has been reviewed by 3 people.

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Route status - Live

Reviews - 3

Average rating -

Is this route good enough? -  Yes (3)

There are currently no problems reported with this route.

Downloads - 14

Surveys

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Grade 4X based on 1 surveys Sign up or log in to survey this route.
Description Note
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)
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)
Present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Maybe present 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)
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)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Maybe present Seasonal nesting birds (1)
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 50.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 50.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 45.0% (1)

The steepest camber gradient across the path 10.0% (1)

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Clear (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

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

32.0% of the route is on roads (1)

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

72.0% of the route is paved (1)

3.0% of the route is muddy (1)

6.0% of the route is over rough ground (1)

1.0% of the route is through long grass (1)

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4X April 2023 by Brian
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Geography information system (GIS) data

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Start and end points

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
What3Words permanent.surfacing.adjusting

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reviews

Anna-Marie Bartlett

21 Mar 2023 Spring
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This is a well sign posted route along some roads but mainly public footpaths.
It’s very picturesque, taking you through villages, fields and woodland.
The roads are in the main quiet village roads, but you do have to cross the A36 as you leave Beckington.
At this time of year some of the footpaths were muddy and slippery, but passable. There are some elevations, including steps at Freshford that could be a challenge.
There are cafe stops along the way, Mes Amis in Beckington or Rode post office, a good halfway point, both have good coffee! Iford cafe which is about 3/4 of the way, is not open until April.
This is a walk I will definitely do again and recommend to others. If you don’t want to walk back, the Weymouth train stops at Frome!
I have given it 4*s. I didn’t give it 5*s because of the steps which might mean access issues for some walkers and the need to cross over the A36 and climb over the crash barrier to pick up the footpath which might be an access issue and can be challenging at busy times.

  • Juliet Morgan

    Juliet Morgan

    21 Mar 2023

    Great review x

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Juliet Morgan

21 Mar 2023 Spring
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Great walk, easy route to follow. Some hills and styles but lovely views as well. Muddy in parts at this time of year. Coffee shops and pubs along the way.

Brian

16 Mar 2023 (edited 05 Apr 2023) Winter
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A tweak to FroBra three, which cuts out a challenging section behind the Creamery, and some difficult stiles. Replaced with quiet lane, pretty Weir and river. Whats not to like.
Care needs to be taken walking on the 150 metre length of A366 between F H Castle and the t junction. This is busy, but there is generally a verge.

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