Greenways and Cycleroutes

Please see the attached report for details of our 5 to 12 September workcamp in Shepton Mallet.

We are delighted to confirm that we will be running our 11th Annual Workcamp in Shepton Mallet from 5 to 12 September inclusive. If you would like to join as a day volunteer please contact septemberworkcamp@gmail.com and complete this form If you would like to stay at camp please contact greenwaysandcycleroutes@gmail.com

On 18 April, some 25 cyclists gathered on Wells Cathedral Green whilst exploring the ‘Somerset Circle’ cycle route. The route links Bath to Wells via Midsommer Norton and Shepton Mallet before heading on to Cheddar, Clevedon and Bristol and then back to Bath. The 88-mile route would be entirely off-road or on quiet lanes but … More ‘Somerset Circle’ riders visit Wells

Greenways’ refurbishment of the Willow Walk has been completed with the installation of four striking structures designed by sculptor Katy Hallett to complement the patterns of willow she planted when the route was created nearly 30 years ago, which give the path its name. https://www.katyhallett.com/willow-walk The benches offer a place for picnics, a chance to … More New sculptures for the Willow Walk

We are pleased to announce the inaugural Somerset Circle Discovery Ride on 18-19th April 2026, supported by the Strawberry Line Society, which aims to promote the concept of the Somerset Circle, using a sample route for cyclists. The Strawberry Line between Shepton Mallet and Clevedon forms 29 miles of the circa 88-mile Somerset Circle that covers … More Inaugural Somerset Circle Discovery Ride on 18-19th April 2026

Our latest bridge, taking the Waddesdon Greenway over HS2, was installed in December. Apparently, it caused quite a stir as it was transported through the village of Waddesdon! Interestingly, it’s almost exactly on the line of Akeman Street, the Roman road from St Albans to Cirencester. Click the image for more photos.

A new route in Cheddar was officially opened on Friday 14 November, as part of the Strawberry Line, and funded by Somerset Council. It has been a team effort. In April, Strawberry Line volunteers fenced off a portion of the Kings Academy playing field, so Greenways contractors could build the route. The reinforcing and shuttering … More New Bridge over the Cheddar Yeo

This video, kindly provided by Daniel Mumby, captures the speeches at the Thrupe Lane Link Opening Ceremony on October 17th and takes you on a walk along the full length of the new section.

We are thrilled to say that we have been given an Award by the European Greenways Association recognising the achievements of so many volunteers at our ten workcamps. Thank you to everyone who made this possible. A link to our presentation to EGWA, describing our ten workcamps is here