Keynsham — Wick (Bristol)

Keywic two
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By admrply on 25 Apr 2021

Distance

9km/6mi

Ascent

165m

Descent

131m

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Description

This is identical to the old Keywic One route, but fixes a section which takes you under a bridge and across a river. This section is impassable in the original route because there is no path along the river, is incredibly steep on either side and even if you did make it under the bridge, the other side is completely fenced off and there is no way out

This is identical to the old Keywic One route, but fixes a section which takes you under a bridge and across a river. This section is impassable in the original route because there is no path along the river, is incredibly steep on either side and even if you did make it under the bridge, the other side is completely fenced off and there is no way out

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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 - 8

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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)
Not 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)
Not 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)
Present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Not present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Maybe present 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)
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)
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)
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)
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 55.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 17.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber gradient across the path 19.0% (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.

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.

23.0% of the route is on roads (1)

21.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

55.0% of the route is paved (1)

10.0% of the route is muddy (1)

30.0% of the route is over rough ground (1)

2.0% of the route is through long grass (1)

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4X November 2022 by Brian
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Start and end points

Keynsham
Grid Ref ST6547768493
Lat / Lon 51.41439° / -2.49780°
Easting / Northing 365,477E / 168,493N
What3Words preoccupied.grape.launch
Wick (Bristol)
Grid Ref ST7041172724
Lat / Lon 51.45272° / -2.42721°
Easting / Northing 370,411E / 172,724N
What3Words noble.ocean.fluid

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reviews

Mockymock

16 Nov 2022 Autumn
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Note that this is a review that I originally posted in February 22 on Keywic one which has a mapping inaccuracy. This route is the corrected, accurate version and I have moved it over.

We walked from Wick to Keynsham. It is a good ramble, mainly along the valley of the River Boyd, with a bit of a diversion uphill into the Cotswold village of Upton Cheney along the way, with an approach to Keynsham along the River Avon.

A good walk with some lovely sections but overall not quite a five star from me. I suspect it is best walked in the other direction, with views ahead into the hills for a lot of the way.

The route is fairly easy to navigate as it follows the Monarch’s Way long distance path, and it was surprisingly dry underfoot for a river valley in February. There is a pub in Upton Cheney and another along the short section of main road through Bitton, which also has a little convenience shop.

If you wanted a slightly more direct route or to avoid climbing the moderate hill into Upton Cheney, the quiet road along the Golden Valley to Bitton also looks fine to walk along.

Brian

15 Nov 2022 Autumn
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Fine updated route correcting the errors in Keywic one. I too encountered lots of horses ( but no cows !). Pub in Upton Cheyney, and pub, shop and bus stop in Bitton. I recorded the route at 5.80 mi. I ignored the final set of 50 + steps leading up to Keynsham Town Hall, preferring the nearby gradual pavement. En route I encountered 15 galv/timber kissing gates, 9 stiles ( 4 timber, 5 stone ), a couple of bridges with gates, and a few sets of steps ( ignoring the Keynsham ones ! ) I also recce'd the quiet road between Boyd Farm and Aubrey Meads as an shorter Keywic three. It reduces the walk to 5.05 mi, and cuts out 175' of ascent.

Panifex

16 Apr 2022 Spring
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This is a great route - crossing some beautiful countryside. It is easy to navigate, mostly following the well waymarked Monarch's Way. I had no problems at all when walking this route although I met a lot of horses in fields - so if they worry you, that might be something to consider.

The correction that Keywic two makes at the start (the Keynsham end) is important. I would have been quite confused if I had tried to follow the original not knowing the area, though I'm sure I would have eventually worked it out). Still, it is worth having this corrected route here.

Overall, a wonderful walk - highly recommended.

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