St George Strollers - June 2022
227. 
Thursday 9th June - Warmley Forest Park
A circular walk around Warmley Forest Park and beyond,
taking in a northern section of the Dramway & returning to
the Waiting Room Cafe.
Leader: Peter with Lynn (BM) & Richard.
Warmley Forest Park Walk on Flickr >>
228. Thursday 23rd June - Yate Parks & Recreation
A circular walk covering Yate common and Kingsgate Park.
Leader: Ray with Alan (BM) & Susan
Yate Parks & Recreation Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - May 2022
225. 
Tuesday 10th May - Malago Meander
A linear walk from Bishopsworth Library to the M Shed,
Bristol harbourside, following the River Malago along quiet
footpaths connecting green spaces.
Leader: Liz with Julie (BM) & Andy.
Malago Meander on Flickr >>
226. Monday 23rd May - Meanwhile Park
A linear walk from Old Market to the Blue Sky Cafe on
Church Road, St George, looking at new arrivals such as
the Meanwhile Park, a living wall and more. NB There are
no toilets on this walk.
Leader: Susan with Charlie (BM) & Peter
This walk was part of Bristol Walk Fest 2022 - www.bristolwalkfest.com
Meanwhile Park Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - April 2022
223. 
Thursday 7th April - Bradford-on-Avon
A popular walk alongside the river and canal.
After lunch an optional second, shorter walk around the town.
Leader: June with Ray (BM) and Peter.
Bradford-on-Avon Walk on Flickr >>
224. Friday 22nd April - Nightingale Valley
A linear walk using many off road paths through woods ending at
Allison Road bus stop.
Leader: Ray with Alan (BM) & Andy
Nightingale Valley Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - March 2022
221. 
Tuesday 8th March - Wells City Trail
A circular trail around the historic cathedral city of Wells, taking in
the Palace Moat, Cathedral Green, Vicars Close and Priest Row.
Leader: Andy with Liz (BM) & Peter
Wells City Trail Walk on Flickr >>
222. Thursday 24th March - Durdham Down to Sea Mills
A linear walk starting at the Water Tower on the Downs and ending
at Sea Mills, returning either by train or bus.
Leader: Liz with Charlie (BM) & Andy
Durdham Down to Sea Mills Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - February 2022
219. 
Monday 7th February - Fire in St George
This circular walk viewed a few sites of important St George fire-
related events, ranging from the St George church fire to a Butlers
Tar Works conflagration.
Leader: Susan with Pat (BM) & Charlie
St George Fire Walk on Flickr >>
220. Wedneday 23rd February - Emersons Green to Page Park
A linear walk ending at Page Park. We walked along the Ring
Road path, through Pomphrey Hill Open Space to the
old Mangotsfield Station and on to Page Park.
Leader: Peter with Lynn (BM) & Susan
Emersons Green to Page Park Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - January 2022
217. 
Thursday 13th January
- Sculpture Trail
A tour of public statues and sculptures. Proceeding through Queen
Square, then Millennium Square, College Green, up to Christmas
Steps returning to the City Centre.
Leader: Andy with Liz (BM) & Susan
Sculpture Trail Walk on Flickr >>
218. Friday 28th January - Two Lakes
A watery linear walk passing lakes & following the Frome to end at
Snuff Mills
Leader: Peter with Ray (BM) & Andy
Two Lakes Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - December 2021
215. 
Wednesday 1st December
- Bristol Green Spaces
A circular walk, revisiting some
small parks and green spaces around central Bristol, St Pauls and
St Werburghs.
Leader: June with Lynn (BM) & Peter
Bristol Green Spaces Walk on Flickr >>
216. Tuesday 14th December - Christmas Walk Around The Harbourside
A circular walk around the Harbour starting at the Cascade Steps
passing various points of interest including the Underfall Yard,
SS Great Britain and M Shed.
Leader: Liz with Charlie (BM) & Andy
Christmas Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - November 2021
213. 
Thursday 4th November
- 8 Bristol Bridges
We crossed 8 bridges, passed through some small green spaces and
meandered around central Bristol as we completed this circular walk.
A chance to discover how central Bristol had changed
during lockdown.
Leader: June with Charlie (BM) & Alan
8 Bristol Bridges Walk on Flickr >>
214. Monday 15th November - 19th Century Crime
A circular walk in St George on the theme of local 19th century policing.
Leader: Susan with Ray (BM) & Pat
19th Century Crime Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - October 2021
212. 
Tuesday
12th October - Kingswood Park
A circular walk, using many off-road paths, taking in great views
and some interesting sculptures. Starting and ending at the main
entrance to Kingswood Park.
Leader: Susan with Lynn (BM) & Cathy
Kingswood Park Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - September 2021
210. 
Monday
6th September - Netham Park
A circular walk taking in St George’s Park, Avonview cemetery and
Netham Park.
Leader: Peter with Lynn (BM) & Andy
Netham Park Walk on Flickr >>
211. Monday
20th September - Hanham
Mount
& Magpie
Bottom
A walk up to Hanham Mount then over to Magpie Bottom, and
return to the start. This was a hilly walk but it avoided the steepest hills.
Leader: Andy with Liz (BM) & Peter
Hanham
Mount
& Magpie
Bottom Walk on Flickr >>
St George Strollers - August 2021
208. 
Thurday 19th August - 10th Anniversary Walk
To belatedly mark the 10th anniversary of the St George Strollers this first post-lockdown walk repeated our very first, May 2011 walk with modern variations. A map and instructions for the walk can be found here
Leader: Liz with Lynn (BM) & Andy
10th Anniversary Walk on Flickr >>
209. Tuesday
24th Aug - Becky Watts Memorial Walk
A circular walk from St George’s Park, taking in various green
spaces and passing the Becky Watts’ memorial lamp, bench and
tree.
Leader: Andy & Charlie with Liz (BM) & Peter
Becky Watts Memorial Walk on Flickr >>
10th Birthday Party - May 2021
On Tuesday, 11th May, 2021, walkers past and present joined together for a Zoom 10th birthday party, celebrating 10 years of St George Strollers' walks.
Here are the photos we shared from walks over the years, particularly those where a volunteer was leading or back marking for the first time.
St George Strollers at WalkFest - May 2021
As part of WalkFest 2021 St George Strollers created 3 walks which can be walked independently at any time.
There is a circular walk in St George, celebrating 10 years of walking together and 2 linear walks, further afield.
All three walks use the Go Jauntly app which can be downloaded to your smart phone or tablet.
The links below will take you to the walk on the app once you have downloaded it.
There is also a set of written instructions for "A 10th Birthday Stroll"
A 3 mile linear walk on pavements starting by following the Malago through parts of Bedminster.
Then onto South Street and North Street in Southville looking at the Street Art from the Upfest. This is a local Art competition and some of the paintings are still left in Southville. Finishes at Wapping Wharf in the Docks.
A lovely linear walk, just under 3 miles on surfaced paths from Whitchurch to Brislington, ending at the Lodekka pub on the A4.
This was the St George Strollers' 200th walk back in November 2019.
In May 2021 the walk is even more beautiful including blossom, birds and possible fairy housing.
On Wednesday 11th May 2011 the St George Strollers enjoyed their very first “taster” walk of just 2 miles, visiting St George Park and Avonview Cemetery.
Enjoy this updated version of the walk to celebrate the 10th birthday of the Strollers. Look out for 2 very special new murals and a new memorial to the former residents of the Eastville Workhouse.
Print a set of written instructions for "A 10th Birthday Stroll".
Virtual Walk May 2020
Our planned walk on Friday 22nd May "Get Growing and the Northern Slopes", was due to be part of Bristol Walk Fest 2020.
Due to Covid-19, WalkFest was cancelled.
However as part of #virtualwalkfest we have created an opportunity to enjoy a virtual walk around the route. The link below takes you to a slide show of the route using a mix of recent photographs and selected photos from previous walks in the same area. We hope you enjoy them and that you will soomn be able to join us again for some proper walks.
Coronavirus Pandemic - March 2020 to July 2021
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic all our walks were cancelled from mid March 2020.
We restarted in August 2021.
During this time walk leaders regularly kept in touch by zoom to review whether walks could restart as the restrictions and guidance frequently changed.
St George Strollers - March 2020
207. 
Friday
13th
March - Emersons
Green
to
Page Park
A linear walk ending at Page Park. We will walk along the Ring
Road path, through Pomphrey Hill Open Space to the old Mangots-
field Station and on to Page Park.
Leader: Peter with Pat (BM) & Ray
St George Strollers - February 2020
205. Wed
12th Feb - A
Bristol
Meander
A linear walk from Redland to the Colston Hall via Kingsdown and
Cotham. We visited the sculptures in the Royal Fort gardens and
then ascended Brandon Hill.
Leader: June with Lynn (BM) & Peter
206. Thursday
27th Feb - Harbourside
A circular, mainly flat walk starting at the Create Centre, viewing
Brunel’s other bridge and making our way around the Harbourside.
Leader: Liz with Anne (BM) & Andy
St George Strollers - January 2020
203. Monday
13th Jan - Wain Brook
Wander
A walk into the past following the course of the Wain Brook from
St George Park to Cuckolds Pill ending at Old Market.
Leader: Susan with Alan (BM) & Andy
204. Tuesday
28th Jan - Stoke Park
Sculpture
Trail
Taking the Metro Bus to UWE then walking to Stoke
Park to find the six sculptures in the Park and finishing at the café
at Snuff Mills.
Leader: Cathy with Julie (BM) & Richard
St George Strollers - December 2019
201. Tuesday 3rd Dec - Bristol
and
Romanticism
A linear walk ending at Old Market. Mainly level with a fairly steep
descent down Park St. We walked around well-known historical
buildings and areas of central Bristol, following the footsteps of
Chatterton, Coleridge, Southey and Cottle—key figures of the
Romanticism movement in the city.
Leader: June with Julie (BM) & Peter
202. Thursday 19th Dec - Christmas
Walk
and Meeting
A short walk starting at Bethesda Church. We will walked through Avonview Cemetery and past the
allotments at Strawberry Lane through to Troopers Hill Field then
back to Bethesda Church for our Christmas get together.
Leader: Liz with Charlie (BM) & Ray
St George Strollers - November 2019
199. Monday
11th Nov - Armistice Day
Walk
A linear walk from St George to Castle Park visiting a few
Memorials along the way, some of them little known. We paused for 2 minutes silence at 11am.
Leader: Susan with Lynn (BM) & Andy
200 Wed 27th Nov - Whitchurch
Railway Path
A linear walk starting at the Maes Knoll pub, mostly downhill and
following the Whitchurch Way, finishing at the Lodekka pub
for a celebration of the St George Strollers 200th walk.
Leader: Cathy with Ray (BM) & Susan
St George Strollers - October 2019
197. Wednesday 2nd Oct - Swineford
to Saltford
Riverside
Walk
A linear walk starting at The Swan, Swineford. We walked across
fields to the River Avon, crossing via the Railway Path and continued
alongside the Avon, past Swinford Lock towards Saltford, finishing
at The Riverside pub.
Leader: Peter with Pat (BM) & Richard
198. Thursday 24th Oct - Bath River and
Canalside
Walk
A circular walk starting at Bath bus station. Towards
Parade Gardens, cross Pulteney Bridge and walking beside the river,
then joining the Kennet & Avon canal. We continued alongside the
canal to Sydney Gardens, through to Great Pulteney Street and
back to the bus station.
Leader: Andy with Anne (BM) & Peter
St George Strollers - September 2019
195. Tuesday 3rd Sept - River Avon
Past and
Present
A visit to our industrial past on the River Avon including the final
resting place of two key people in the history of Butlers tar works
in Crews Hole. The walk ended in Hanham after an uphill section
through woodland and Dundridge Park.
Leader: Susan with Julie (BM) & Richard
196. Thursday 19th Sept - St Philips
Greenway
A linear walk from Sandy Park Road finishing at Church Rd, Redfield. With a short visit to Arnos Vale Cemetery, through
Sparke Evans Park, across Feeder Canal and through Netham
Park.
Leader: Liz with Pat (BM) & Peter
St George Strollers - August 2019
193. Friday 9th August - Nightingale
Valley
A linear walk starting at St Luke’s Church in Brislington. We skirted
Victory Park and walked to Nightingale Valley following Brislington
Brook, then crossing the River Avon footbridge, walked up Blackswarth
Road and finished at Pile Marsh.
Leader: Andy with Liz (BM) & Susan
194. Monday 19th August - Snuff Mills
and Oldbury
Court
A circular, mainly riverside walk linking Snuff Mills and Oldbury
Court.
Leader: Ray with Charlie (BM) & Andy
St George Strollers - July 2019
191. Wed 10th July - Kingswood and Kingsmeadow
A linear walk from outside Kingswood Park visiting Siston Common, Mangotsfield Railway Station and Kingsmeadow. Ending on New Cheltenham Rd, Kingswood.
Leader: Susan with Ray (BM) & Peter
192. Thursday 25th July - Warmley Forest Park
Due to the unusually hot weather the planned Swineford to Saltford Riverside walk was switched to a much shorter stroll around Warmley Forest Park, with shady trees and plenty of options to shorten the route further if required.
Leader: Peter with Cathy (BM) & Andy
St George Strollers - June 2019
189. Thursday 6th June - Yatton Countryside
A linear walk through fields, some of which had grazing
cows, and beside some unguarded watercourses.
Start at Yatton station and finish in East Hewish.
One of our longer walks.
Leader: Andy with Liz (BM) & Peter
190. Tuesday 25th June - Bitton to Swineford Riverside
A linear walk along green paths, following the Monarch’s Way and
the River Avon Trail, finishing at The Swan at Swineford.
Leader: Peter with Julie (BM) & Susan
St George Strollers - May 2019
187. Friday 10th May - Blaise Castle To Sea Mills
A linear walk starting with a visit to Blaise Hamlet and St Mary’s
church, then through the estate and alongside a brook then river
to Sea Mills. Return by bus from Shirehampton Road to City
Centre.
Leader: Ray with Charlie (BM) & Liz
188. Monday 20th May - Outstanding Allotments
A Bristol Walk Fest walk past the award-winning allotments of
Bristol East Allotments Association finishing on Summerhill Rd near Cousins Lane.
Leader: Susan with Pat (BM) & June
St George Strollers - April 2019
185. Thursday 4th April - Nailsea With Views of Wraxall
A circular walk through Trendlewood part of Nailsea and the Lodge
Lane area of Wraxall.
Leader: Liz with Andy (BM) & Peter
186. Wed 24th April - Emersons Green
A circular walk around Emersons Green, starting and finishing at
Sainsbury’s. We will walk through several green spaces, and along
the Chain and Wheel Earthwork sculpture.
Leader: June with Ray (BM) & Richard
St George Strollers - March 2019
183. Monday 4th March - Clifton Wood To Harbourside
A linear walk from Clifton Woods, through historic Clifton and
Hotwells, finishing at the Cascade Steps.
Leader: Peter with Pat (BM) & Ray
184. Wed 20th March - Yate to Chipping Sodbury
From Yate shopping centre wending our way to Chipping Sodbury
following the River Frome to Sodbury Common & on to Sodbury
High St. We circled the High St seeing the most interesting
buildings before finishing at the Clock Tower, where we caught the
bus back to Bristol
Leader: Ray with Alan(BM) & June
St George Strollers - February 2019
181. Wed 6th February - The Green Mile(s)
A linear walk from Emerson’s Green to Page Park, through several
parks & green spaces including Leap Valley.
Leader: June with Anne (BM) & Susan
182. Tuesday 19th February - Corsets And Boots
A walk through Magpie Bottom beside the Strad Brook to continue
past some sites that used to provide employment in Kingswood.
Leader: Susan with Julie (BM) & Peter
St George Strollers - January 2019
179. Thursday 10th January - Willsbridge Wander
A circular walk starting at Willsbridge Mill taking us through
the nature reserve alongside Siston Brook and part of the
Dramway.
Leader: Andy with Charlie (BM) & Richard
180 Friday 25th January - City Walls
An urban circular walk around the old Bristol City walls including
a visit to St John on the Wall, a 14th Century church built into the
city walls. Toilet stop at St Nicholas Market, coffee shops at Old
Market at end of walk.
Leader: Liz with Lynn (BM) & Andy
St George Strollers - December 2018
178. Friday 14th Dec - Xmas Stroll to Old Market
A linear walk from Bethesda Church to Historic Old Market.
A few uneven surfaces, such as cobbles.
Return by bus to Bethesda Church for our Christmas get together.
Leader: Liz with Alan (BM) & Richard
St George Strollers - November 2018
176. Wed 14th Nov - Old Market To Redfield
A linear walk alongside the River Avon taking in Sparke Evans &
Netham Parks, ending at Church Road, Redfield.
Leader: Peter with Ray (BM) & Alan
177. Thursday 29th Nov - Southmead to Westbury-on-Trym
Repeat of a very popular walk. From Southmead Hospital we
followed the River Trym through beautiful Badocks Wood and visited
Canford Park before ending at Westbury-on-Trym’s war memorial.
Leader: June with Liz (BM) & Andy
St George Strollers - October 2018
174. Monday 8th October - Waters Meet
A linear walk following the sound of the Strad Brook down to the
Avon past a new wildlife pond. The walk continues beside the
Avon, leaving to visit a little known part of Avonview Cemetery
before ending at Church Road, St George, close to the junction
with Chalks Road.
Leader: Peter (standing in for Susan) with Pat (BM), Susan, Andy & Ray
175. Tuesday 23rd October - The Dings & Victoria Park
A linear walk, mainly on footpaths exploring The Dings then
continuing to Temple Meads and then to Victoria Park, finishing at Windmill
Hill City Farm.
Leader: Andy with Anne (BM) & Peter
St George Strollers - September 2018
172. Thursday 6th Sept - Bath Botanic Garden
A linear walk around Victoria Park and the Great Dell culminating
in a short visit to the Botanic Gardens before moving on to Bath
bus station via the Railway Path.
Leader: Peter with Liz (BM) & Richard
173. Fri 21st Sept - Harbourside
A circular walk around the Harbour starting at the Cascade Steps
passing various points of interest including the Underfall Yard,
SS Great Britain and M Shed.
Leader: Liz with Pat (BM) & Peter
St George Strollers - August 2018
170. Tuesday 7th Aug - Kingswood Onward
A linear walk through Kingswood Park, then on to Cock Ridge,
through Barrs Court Moated Park to finish in Longwell Green at a
First 45 bus stop. Some walked on to buy refreshments at
Willsbridge Mill.
Leader: Susan with Julie (BM) & Alan
171. Wednesday 22nd Aug - Bishopston Ramble
By train for a circular wander around less well-known parts of Montpelier and
Bishopston passing several stunning churches, before strolling
along Lover’s Walk.Several moderate/steep inclines throughout.
Leader: June with Charlie (BM) & Andy
St George Strollers - July 2018
168. Thursday 5th July - Keynsham & River Chew
An almost circular walk starting at Keynsham Church. We walked in
Memorial Park and on to the grassy banks of the River Chew,
returning to the town centre.
Leader: Andy with Liz (BM) & Susan
169. Friday 20th July - Wells City Trail(s)
A 3 mile trail around the “posher” areas of this historic cathedral
city. After a break, an optional 1.25 mile walk around the lesser
known “poorer” parts of beautiful Wells.
Leader: June with Lynn (BM) & Peter
St George Strollers - June 2018
166. Monday
4th June - Lawrence
Weston
A linear walk visiting Lawrence Weston Moor and, thanks to
Bristol Museum, viewing the remains of Kings Weston Roman
villa. Return to City Centre by bus before celebrating
St George Strollers 7th birthday at an icecream parlour in Baldwin St.
Leader: Susan with Pat (BM) & Alan
167. Wednesday 20th June - Portishead
Coastal
Walk
After a 65min bus journey, a linear walk along the Mariner’s path to Battery Point, on to
Jubilee Park & the marina, finishing opposite Wetherspoons.
Leader: Susan (standing in for Peter) with Andy (BM) & Liz
St George Strollers - May 2018
165. Thursday 10th May - Redland
Circular
Walk
Train to Clifton Down for a circular around Redland passing lovely buildings and through
Redland Green, Westbury Park and Easter Gardens.
Leader: June with Charlie (BM) & Andy
Monday
21st May - A May
Meander from
Netham Pavilion
We Joined walkers from other East Bristol groups, and Walk Fest guests, on this partnership walk
with 3 options. Refreshments provided afterwards.
St George Strollers - April 2018
163. Thursday
12th April - Historic Bath
A meander around the most iconic buildings and open spaces in
Bath learning about the history of this beautiful city.
Leader: June with Lynn (BM) & Alan
164. Friday
27th April - Clifton
A circular walk around Clifton, starting at Victoria Square, passing
Clifton College, Clifton Down, The Mall and along Birdcage Walk
to return to the bus stop.
Leader: Andy with Julie (BM) & Peter
St George Strollers - March 2018
161. Monday 12th Mar - Pill Village
A linear walk taking in lanes, abandoned railway, riverside,
history, modern parkland with sculptures.
Leader: Susan (for Peter) with Charlie (BM) & Susan C.
162. Tuesday
27th Mar - Malago Meander
Taking a bus to Bishopsworth Library we will then walked
back to the M Shed following the River Malago along quiet
footpaths connecting green spaces.
Leader: Susan with Alan (BM) & Richard
St George Strollers - February 2018
159. Thursday 8th Feb - Clevedon
A circular walk around historic Clevedon, taking in Poets Walk &
the Marine Lake with the option to finish when we get back to the
start or carry on to take in more of the historic features in the
opposite direction—altogether 3 miles.
Leader: Liz with Pat (BM) & Peter
160. Friday 23rd Feb - A Dozen Green Spaces
A circular walk on pavements and good paths, revisiting some
small parks and green spaces around central Bristol, St Pauls and
St Werberghs.
Leader: June with Anne (BM) & Liz
St George Strollers - January 2018
157. Tuesday 9th Jan - Sculpture Trail in Central Bristol
A tour of public statues and sculptures. Proceeding through
Queen Square, then Millennium Square, College Green, up to
Christmas Steps returning to the City Centre.
Leader: Andy with Julie (BM) & Peter
158. Wed 24th Jan - Panorama Walk
A linear walk via Dundridge Park and hidden footpaths to discover
what’s new at Panorama Walk. After enjoying the views we continued to Hanham to finish outside the Jolly Sailor.
Leader: Susan with Richard (BM) & Alan
St George Strollers - December 2017
155. Friday 1st Dec - Two Lakes
A watery linear walk passing lakes & following the Frome to end
at Snuff Mills for a choice of buses to return
home.
Leader: Susan with Alan (BM) & Peter
156. Monday 11th Dec - Christmas Walk
A circular, shorter than usual walk, looking at some new views of
Troopers Hill.
Followed by sharing snacks at our festive meeting.
Leader: Susan with Charlie (BM) & Andy
St George Strollers - November 2017
153. Wednesday 1st Nov - Greville Smyth Park
A circular walk to Greville Smyth Park via Cumberland Basin,
finishing at the Underfall Yard.
Leader: Peter with Anne (BM) & Richard
154. Thursday 16th Nov - Harbourside
A linear walk from Cascade Steps via Prince Street Bridge and
Welsh Back, Redcliffe Warf, Castle Park, Temple Church and
finishing at Temple Meads.
Leader: Liz with Lynn (BM) & Alan
St George Strollers - October 2017
151. Monday 2nd Oct - Saltford
A circular walk, affording glorious views. Walking mostly through
woods and fields on uneven, earthen paths. One long easy incline.
Leader: June with Julie (BM) & Peter
152. Tuesday 17th Oct - Clifton & The Downs
A linear walk with views of the Avon Gorge from the Downs, the
Observatory and Suspension Bridge & back through Clifton.
Some steep slopes & uneven downward steps cut into rock.
Return to Broadmead by No 8 bus.
Leader: Peter with Andy (BM) & Alan
St George Strollers - September 2017
149. Friday 8th Sept - A Trail Around Thornbury
By 36 seater coach
This circular walk took in a streamside stroll, field tracks, a
castle visit and the historical town centrewith time for
lunch or a picnic.
Leader: June
150 Tuesday 19th Sept - Old Market To Redfield
A linear walk alongside the River Avon taking in Sparke Evans &
Netham Parks, ending at Church Road, Redfield.
Leader: Peter
St George Strollers - August 2017
147. Wed 9th August - 8 Bristol Bridges
Crossing 8 bridges, passing through some small green spaces
and meandering around central Bristol as we completed this circular
walk.
Leader: June
148. Friday 25th August - Eastwood Farm Local Nature Reserve
A linear walk across Brislington Meadows to Eastwood Farm Local
Nature Reserve. Lunch at Beese’s Riverside Bar. Ferry across
the Avon to finish the walk through Conham Vale and Dundridge
Park ending at the junction of the Kingsway and Bryant’s Hill.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers - July 2017
145. Tuesday 11th July - Wicker Whales
A walk from Sea Mills railway station to Old Sneyd Park,
Bennett’s Patch and White’s Paddock ending at Roman ruins on
the Portway.
Leader: Peter (standing in for Susan)
146. Monday 24th July - Warmley Forest Park
A circular walk around Warmley Forest Park and beyond, taking
in a northern section of the Dramway & retuning to the Waiting
Room café.
Leader: Peter
St George Strollers - June 2017
143. Monday 5th June - Page Park
A linear walk taking in Siston Common and Rodway Common,
ending with a walk around Page Park, Staple Hill.
Leader: Peter
144. Thursday 22nd June - Bradford–on-Avon
A repeat of our popular circular walk alongside the river and
canal. After lunch an optional second, shorter walk around the
town.
Leader: June
St George Strollers - May 2017
141. Friday 12th May - Discover the Gosey
For our 6th birthday walk, we visited the Gosey (Coombe Brook
Valley) and then followed little known footpaths to end with light
refreshments and a meeting in the back room of Summerhill
Methodist Church, 5 Air Balloon Rd.
Leader: Susan
142. Thursday 25th May - From Water to Windmill
A short bus trip to our start point in Brislington to walk through 4
green spaces, enjoying views across the city, to our destination
of Windmill Hill City Farm.
Leader: Susan
This walk was part of Bristol Walk Fest 2017
www.bristolwalkfest.com
St George Strollers - April 2017
139. Monday 10th April - Easton Past and Present
A linear walk around Easton, ending at Old Market to see how Easton has changed over the years.
Leader: June
140. Wed 26th April - North Common
A circular walk from Warmley Station along the Dramway to
North Common. Mostly off road or on quiet back roads.
Leader: Peter
St George Strollers - March 2017
136. Wed 15th Mar - “What’s New?”
We last did this circular walk through St George’s lesser known green
spaces in 2012. Starting from Crofts End Church we saw new play areas and wood
sculptures by Andy O’Neil. The walk ended at the St George Park entrance on
Chalks Rd.
Leader: Susan
137. Mon 27th Mar - Unexpected Green Spaces In Northville
A circular walk, starting & ending at Southmead Hospital. On pavements & paths around Northville visiting several green spaces
including the little known Poet’s Park and Millennium Green.
Leader: June
138. Thurs 30th March - East & Central Partnership Walk
St George Strollers led a 3 mile walk as part of the 'March Meet Up' of East Bristol Health Walk groups starting at The Beehive Centre.
There were also options of a 1 mile walk in St George Park and a 2 mile walk in St George Park & Avonview Cemetery led by other groups.
St George Strollers - February 2017
134. Mon 13th Feb - A Stroll Around East Clifton
A circular walk, on pavements, around East Clifton where we
admired the beautiful buildings, a cathedral and several churches. The walk finished at Clifton Down shopping centre.
Leader: June
135. Tues 28th Feb - Brislington Brook to Whitchurch Airport
A linear walk following part of Brislington Brook and the Whitchurch Railway Path also visiting Whitchurch Green and then on to Whitchurch Airport where Hengrove Leisure Centre for hot drinks at the café. (The route was changed from that advertised due to muddy conditions at Stockwood Open Space).
Leader: Peter
St George Strollers - January 2017
132. Friday 13th Jan - Cascade Steps To Redfield
A simple linear walk along familiar paths following water from Cascade Steps, then up
through Netham Park to finish at Redfield. On surfaced
paths apart from Netham Park (grass).
Leader: Peter
133. Thurs 26th Jan - From Water to Windmill
This walk had to be changed due to New Brislington Bridge being closed and the 36 bus being diverted. However Susan was able to sort out an alternative route from the planned start point at the Pilemarsh bus stop to the planned destination of
Windmill Hill City Farm via Barton Hill, the Dings and Victoria Park.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers - December 2016
130. Fri 9th Dec - Warmley Railway & Ring Road Paths
A circular walk from the Waiting Room café along the Railway
Path up to the old Mangotsfield Station & returning down the
Ring Road Path to the café.
Leader: Peter
131. Tue 20th Dec - Christmas Walk
This shorter, linear walk from Kingswood Park to Wesley
Memorial Church, through the beautiful Magpie Bottom ended with a Christmas celebration to share news and views for future walks.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers - November 2016
128. Wed 16th Nov - Malago Greenway
A linear walk along the mostly flat Malago Greenway ending at
the Imperial Park shopping centre.
Leader: Gill
129. Mon 28th Nov - Plaques in Central Bristol
A circular walk touring some of Bristol’s historic plaques. At the
start, this walk involved some steps and a long climb up
St Michael’s Hill, but we took it slowly. Then it was mainly
flat and downhill.
Leader: June
St George Strollers - October 2016
126. Tues 11th Oct - Moon Temple
A circular walk to discover the “Moon Temple” on Royate Hill and
a new memorial in May Park.
Leader: Susan
127.Thursday 27th Oct - Southmead to Westbury-on-Trym
A linear walk starting at Southmead Hospital folowing the
River Trym through Tymside Open Space, Badocks Wood, and
Canford Park before ending at the War Memorial in Westbury.
Leader: June
St George Strollers - September 2016
124. Fri 9th Sept - Blaise Estate to Sea Mills
Coach to Blaise Estate for a linear walk through the estate,
alongside a brook then river to Sea Mills. Option to either get
bus from Shirehampton Rd to City Centre or train from Sea Mills
station to Lawrence Hill.
Leader: Liz
125. Mon 26th Sept - Two Parks & a Cemetery
A linear walk through Barton Hill, Netham Park, Sparke Evans
Park & on to Arnos Vale Cemetery where there will be time to
explore. Some steps (15) but can be avoided. Return by No.36
bus from Wick Rd, reached by a long incline up Sandy Park Rd.
Leader: June
St George Strollers - August 2016
122. Mon 8th Aug - Portishead
A circular walk taking in Portishead marina, coastal footpath and
nature reserve which included bird viewing hides.
Leader: Gill
123. Thu 25th Aug - Stoke Park to Snuff Mills
A linear walk from the Hub at Lockleaze, BS7 9FB, across the
beautiful Stoke Park estate finishing at Snuff Mills to take a
choice of buses to return home.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers - July 2016
120. Wed 6th July - Hanham Common to Bitton
A linear walk from Hanham Common, along the Avon Valley
Woodlands & River Avon Trails ending at the Bitton Railway.
Leader: Peter
121. Tues 19th July - Our Industrial Past
A circular walk through Willsbridge & Bitton passing by a steam
railway, a disused mill and the route taken by the coal from local
mines on the Dramway, ending at Bitton Railway.
Leader: June
St George Strollers - June 2016
119. Fri 17th
June - Bath River
and Canalside
A popular circular walk taking in the river, canal and Sydney
Park, and back to the bus station.
Leader: Peter
St George Strollers - May 2016
117. Mon 9th
May - Golden
Green
Spaces
An amble up hill and down dale, linking Troopers Hill Local Nature Reserve and Dundridge Park, returning to Summerhill
Methodist Church for hot drinks, fruit and cake to celebrate St
George Strollers 5th birthday.
Leader: Liz
118. Thu 26th
May - “These Boots are made for Walking”
A walk along Magpie Bottom beside the Strad Brook to find
the surprising locations of George Bryant Britton's boot-making businesses.
Leader: Susan
These were “Discover East Bristol”
walks and part of Bristol Walk Fest 2016
discovereastbristol.co.uk - www.bristolwalkingfestival.co.uk
St George Strollers - April 2016
115. 
Tue 12th
April - Snuff Mills
Saunter
A linear walk through green spaces and besides streams ending at Snuff Mills and its cafe. There will a choice of buses for
the return journey.
Leader: Susan
116. Wed 27th
April - Pilgrim’s
Progress
A linear walk through three green spaces and parks, following
the path pilgrims would have taken to St Anne's Well, followed
by a a riverside stroll.
Leader: June
St George Strollers - March 2016
114. 
Wed 16th March - Clifton
Woods to
Harbourside
We took the bus to Clifton Woods and walked through historic Clifton
and Hotwells, finishing at the Harbourside.
Leader: Liz
St George Strollers - February 2016
113. 
Fri 19th February - Warmley Wander
A circular walk in the Warmley area, partly along Warmley
Brook and other green spaces. Returning via paved surfaces.
Leader: Peter
St George Strollers - January 2016
112. 
Mon 18th January - Park to Park
After a short bus journey this walk started with a stroll
through Eastville Park. We then made our way through
quiet backways via Greenbank cemetery to St George Park
where the walk will ended at the Chalks Rd entrance.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers - December 2015
110. 
Mon 7th Dec - Discover the Dings
Linear walk on footpaths, via the Dings, Victoria Park and ending at Windmill City Farm, then buses home.
Leader: Liz
111. Thu 17th Dec - Christmas Walk
A shorter walk taking in several places we have previously visited,
and ending up back at the church for our Christmas celebration and
meeting.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - November 2015
108. Tue 10th Nov - Haunted Bristol
A repeat evening tour of Bristol’s haunted past to hear the scary
tales of mysterious happenings around the centre of Bristol. Not all
of them locations you would expect!
Leader: Kit
109. Wed 25th Nov - Kingswood Deer
A wander through the lesser known parts of Kingswood finishing
at the main gates of Kingswood Park.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers Walks - October 2015
106. Wed 7th Oct - Pocket Parks
This walk from Old Market ended at Cabot Circus after visiting a series of hidden pocket parks and a cemetery art work.
Leader: Susan
107. Fri 23rd Oct - Weavers Mill to Troopers Hill and back
A family oriented buggy friendly walk through 4 green spaces,
including a visit to Troopers Hill.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - September 2015
104. Wed 9th
Sept - Bradford on
Avon
An outing to Bradford on Avon, where we walked along the riverside and back along the canal, stopping for lunch at the
unique “Boat Café” before getting the train home again.
Leader: Kit
105. Wed 23rd
Sept - Kelston
To
Bitton train station
A walk from Kelston, picking up the cycle and footpath back to Avon
Valley railway station for lunch at their excellent cafe.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - August 2015
102. Fri 14th
Aug - Weavers Mill to Troopers Hill
A family oriented buggy friendly walk through 4 green spaces,
which included a visit to Troopers Hill.
Leader: Lea
103. Tue 25th Aug - Horfield and
Golden Hill
A meander around the streets and green spaces of Horfield and Golden
Hill with a break towards the end of the walk at Horfield Lodge
Coffee Shop.
Leader: Angela
St George Strollers Walks - July 2015
100 Mon 13th
July - 100th walk
“Here be Dragons!”
To celebrate our 100th walk we went dragon hunting across
St George, finishing at beautiful Magpie Bottom, near Bryants Hill.
Too wet for a picnic, but a good turnout despite the rain.
Leader: Susan
101. Wed 29th
July - Harbourside
Walk
A walk around the harbour with a few added Shauns.
Leader: Liz
St George Strollers Walks - June 2015
98. Fri 12th
June - Warmley and
Siston Brooks
A fairly gentle walk mainly on tarmac paths and pavements ending a
short walk away from Warmley Station.
Leader: Angela
99. Tue 23rd
June - Bath River and
Canalside
A much requested repeat of our previous walk taking in the river,
canal and Sydney Park. A stop at the museum café for coffee/
lunch or your own sandwiches before continuing to the bus station
for return bus.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - May 2015
96. Mon 11th
May - 4th Birthday
Walk
A walk through some familiar territory from Hanham and ending, via
a visit to the chimney on Troopers Hill, at the Summerhill Methodist
Church for our mid-year meeting.
Leader: Liz
97. Tue 26th
May - Lamplighters
Walk
A circular walk from Shirehampton Railway Station through
Lamplighters Marsh and the Kings Weston estate. Refreshments at the Lamplighters pub.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers Walks - April 2015
94. Thu 9th
April - Netham to Temple Meads and back
A simple dander (stroll) along largely familiar territory and a perhaps lesser known path by the New Cut
Leader: Kit
95. Mon 27th
April - Dundridge
Panorama
Panoramic views of Avon valley ending on Hanham High
Street
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - March 2015
92. Tue 10th
March - Street Monsters
This linear walk followed quiet backways to the north and Ridgeway
Playing Fields returning via a piece of amazing art past Crofts End
Church to finish at the Chalks Rd entrance to St George Park.
Leader: Susan
93. Fri 27th
March - Montpelier to
Muller Rd and
back
We stepped into one of Bristol’s ‘alternative’ communities to see ecohouses, a community garden, some great views, lots of allotments and a quick look at a city farm. There was a café stop at the city farm on the way back.
Leader: Angela
St George Strollers Walks - February 2015
90. Mon 2nd
February - The Primrose
Path
A walk through some of St George’s lesser known footpaths to
visit hidden green spaces and view a blue plaque to the
“Beethoven of brass” with a cafe
stop at Hillside Court.
Leader: Susan
91. Tue 17th
February - Across St
George from
Avonview
An easy access walk through the Avonview Cemetery, across
St George Park to the Railway Path. Continuing on from
there to loop back to finish outside Aldi's on Church Road.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - January 2015
88. Thu 8th
January
- Opening Doors
Walk
A meander around the centre of the city, visiting some of the
buildings taking part in the Opening Doors project. One day a
year visitors are allowed into historically and architecturally interesting buildings.
Leader: Kit
89. Wed 21st
January - Tyntesfield
A walk through woodland within this National Trust estate. Beautiful views and Winter bird life.
This coach trip was made
possible by our grant from the St George Neighbourhood Partnership
Leader: Liz
St George Strollers Walks - December 2014
86. Thurs 4th
December
Cossham Hospital and Hillfields
A walk from the highest point in Bristol taking in some wonderful
views, a section of the Railway Path, a park and some pleasant
suburban streets.
Leader: Angela
87. Fri 19th
December
Christmas Walk
A walk to visit Cleopatra’s resting place and two of St George’s
lesser known green spaces. Afterwards we had our Christmas bring and share get together and meeting at Summerhill
Methodist Church.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers Walks - November 2014
85.
Tue 18th
November
St Anne’s Park
and Woods
A loop along the wharves of the old St Anne’s Board Mills and
back to the river footbridge via Wyatts View Open Space. The walk then
took a gentle climb to St Anne’s Park, down through St Anne’s
Woods on newly maintained paths and passing St Anne’s holy
well and back to our start point.
Leader: Susan
(Only one walk this month - there were three in October)
St George Strollers Walks - October 2014
82. Fri 3rd October Chew Valley
Lake
A coach trip to Chew Valley and a walk along by the
lake and through neighbouring fields with lunch enjoying the views before
returning.
This coach trip was made
possible by our grant from the St George Neighbourhood Partnership
Leader: Kit
83. Wed 15th October
Eight Bridges Walk
The planned linear walk along part of the River Frome Walkway and into the open spaces of Frenchay had to be changed due to the state of the paths after the week's wet weather, instead we revisited the 8 bridges walk in the City Centre.
Leader: Clare
84. Mon 27th
October
Netham Park
Loop
An easy access walk around Netham Park and some hidden
features of the Barton Hill area.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - September 2014
80. Fri 12th Sept Crews Hole and
Conham’s Copper Smelting History
A linear walk from Hanham via Conham to finish at the Chalks Rd
entrance to St George Park. Local historian Rob Acton-Campbell
was with us to tell us something of the history of the ruined
copperworks in Conham, Conham Hall and the Cupolas of Crews
Hole.
Leader: Susan
81. Wed 24th
September - Purdown Hill
This was a long walk, with steep slopes, taking us through Eastville
Park over the river Frome, then the M32 and on up to the top of
Purdown, next to the Communications Tower. We then returned,
partly along the same route, but ending by Tesco at Eastville for a
return bus to Lawrence Hill.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - August 2014
78. Thurs 7th Aug - Warmley to Willsbridge
Starting at the Warmley end we walked gently downhill along the
Dramway and then picked up the Cycle path to Willsbridge Mill ending up at the Avon Valley Railway Station for lunch.
Leader: Kit
79. Tue 26th
Aug - Wick Golden
Valley
Return visit to this local treasure of nature and archeology, made
possible by our grant from the St George Neighbourhood Partnership.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - July 2014
76. Fri 11th July - Snuff Mills and Oldbury Court
A riverside walk along the Frome to the edge of Frenchay village,
returning to Snuff Mills through the woodlands and open spaces
of Oldbury Court.
Leader: Clare
77. Mon 21st July - Stockwood
Open Space Local Nature Reserve
A walk through beautiful Stockwood Open Space Local Nature Reserve starting at Hungerford Gardens and then making use of the
Whitchurch Railway Path to visit a section of the Brislington
Brook.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers Walks - June 2014
74. Mon 9th June - Arnos Vale Cemetery
Part of our grant from St George Neighbourhood Partnership is
funded a guided tour of some of the most interesting
graves in this lovely cemetery. An additional short walk to the upper part followed the tour.
Leader: Clare
75. Tue 24th June - Dame Sylvia Crowe Walk
From the Create Centre we walked through some of the work of
landscape architect, Sylvia Crowe, connecting Greville Smyth Park
and Brunel Lock. We also walked part of the year-old Festival
Way and the River Avon Trail. Our finish was near the Create Centre with an option to buy lunch or hot drinks.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers Walks - May 2014
72. Thurs 8th May - Stapleton Rd to Cabot Circus via St Werburghs
A walk through St Werburghs, onto the Frome
Valley Walkway and finishing at Cabot Circus.
Leader: Kit
73. Fri 23rd May - Birthday Walk - Troopers Hill/Summerhill Ramble
A ramble in the Troopers Hill area, with a long strenuous
climb up Lamb Hill; but with marvellous views, the sight of
butterflies and early summer greenery and flowers. Followed
by a walkers' meeting with refreshments at the Church.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - April 2014
70. Fri 11th April - 8 Bridges in Bristol
A slightly different take on our popular Harbourside walk. We stayed
close to the waterways, so it was mostly on the flat, and included
several park areas and some fascinating points of local interest.
Leader: Clare
71. Wed 23rd April - St George’s Day Walk
A straightforward walk taking in Brislington Brook, Victory Park and
Callington Road Nature Reserve. Ending at Tesco, Brislington for
Lunch and/or bus home.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - March 2014
68. Thursday 13th March - Ashton Court - Deer Walk
A coach provided by a grant from the St George Neighbourhood Partnership Wellbeing Fund took us to and from Ashton Court.
A ranger at Ashton Court then led us on a
walk to visit the deer and to tell us of the history. There was time after the walk for lunch at the cafe and to explore the
grounds further before we returned to the coach.
Leader: Susan
69. Wednesday 26th March - Literary history tour of Clifton Village and the environs
A walk from the Victoria Rooms, around Clifton Village to see
houses associated with people linked to our eighteenth and
nineteenth century literary heritage. Finishing at the Cathedral, where lunch or coffee were available.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - February 2014
66. Monday 10th February - Statues of Bristol
A walk around the city centre, spotting 33 statues as we went.
Some you will know, some maybe not.
Leader: Kit
67. Tuesday 25th February - Wain Brook Wander
Following the route of the Wain Brook from St George Park to
Creative Common going back in history to hear about the
industries the brook used to feed. This was a linear walk ending at the bus stops at Old Market.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers Walks - January 2014
64. Friday 10th January - Cotham and Kingsdown
An urban walk investigating some of the history of this area and
looking at its varied architecture via a return train
trip from Lawrence Hill to Redland
Leader: Angela
65. Wednesday 22nd January - Sea Mills to Durdham Down
A linear walk through Sea Mills and an old green walkway in Old
Sneyd Park, with beautiful houses and some interesting snippets
of history. On the way tea/coffee was provided at St Mary Magdalene Church. We ended with an easy walk across the Downs close
to top of Blackboy Hill, before finally making our way home.
Leader: Clare
St George Strollers Walks - December 2013
62. Monday 9th December - Harbourside and Hotwells
Another chance to explore both sides of the Harbourside and
its history. We took a hilly detour into Hotwells with its
expansive views; this meant a long upward flight of steps
but a flatter option was available.
Leader: Clare
63. Thursday 19th December - St George Park and Avonview Cemetary
A stroll in the park and then on to Avonview Cemetery to
visit a few of the gravestones and hear some interesting
tales. Afterwards we had our Christmas bring and
share get together and meeting at The Beehive.
Leader: Angela
St George Strollers Walks - November 2013
60. Monday 11th November - Remembrance Day Walk
A walk recounting a little of the Good Friday raid of 1941
and pausing at Greenbank cemetery to visit some graves of
civilians and combattants from the Allied and Axis
forces. Walk ended at the Chalks Rd entrance to St George
Park.
Leader: Susan
61. Wednesday 27th November - Lawrence Hill to Eastville Park Circular Walk
A walk around a part of Eastville Park. Then by back streets
and paths along the Coombe Brook to Royate Hill Nature Reserve and Greenbank Cemetary. Returning to Lawrence Hill
via Bath Railway Path.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - October 2013
58. Wednesday 9th October - Wild Fest on the Northern Slopes
Wild Fest! 2013 - a celebration of the wildlife on the Northern
Slopes. A one hour guided walk with stunning
views over Bristol and a visit to a ‘pop-up’ café.
Leader: Angela
59. Friday 25th October - Bath River and Canalside Walk
A walk through the centre of Bath, crossing over Pulteney bridge,
then along by the river and up the Kennet and Avon canal. Ending back by Bath bus station
for lunch.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - September 2013
56. Monday 9th September - Willsbridge
Walk
A return visit to the lovely Nature Reserve of Willsbridge Mill. A
chance to see how the dipping pond and the recycled garden were
getting on. Then a walk along by Siston Brook passing over the
Dramway and ending up at the Avon Valley Railway Buffet for
lunch.
Leader: Lea
57. Wednesday 25th September - Walk for
Health Anniversary Walk
We joined other groups to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Walk for
Health, Bristol.
The walk was from Millennium Square, over Pero’s
and Prince’s bridges to the M-shed, then along the Chocolate Path
and back through Underfall Yard along the South side of the Harbour.
The theme of the day was: "Wear red and green, if you’re keen!"
Leader: Susan
Walking for Health in Bristol - 10th Anniversary Video - Lots of inspiring examples of Walking for Health groups in Bristol making a difference.
St George Strollers Walks - August 2013
54. Friday 9th August - River walk to Dundridge via Beese’s
A river and woods walk from Hanham Common, along the river to
Beese’s Bar for lunch. Then on up through Conham Vale to Dundridge and
ending at Nag’s Head Hill to get the bus back. Some great views of the herons.
Leader: Clare
55. Tuesday 27th August - Kingswood to Hanham
A green walk from Kingswood to Hanham - A linear walk along
green paths connecting Kingswood Park to the beautiful Cock Rd
Ridge and then along byways to Hanham. Finishing with refreshments at the Jolly Sailor.
Leader: Susan
St George Strollers Walks - July 2013
52. Wednesday 10th July - Warmley and Mangotsfield
A circular walk starting along the Railway Path towards Mangotsfield and then on public footpaths, across the fields back to Warmley Forest Park with a stop for coffee at the golf club.
Leader: Angela
53. Thurday 25th July - Keynsham to Avon Valley Railway Station
A gentle riverside walk from Keynsham station to the Avon Valley
Railway Station Buffet for lunch with a chance to see
how a river lock works.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - June 2013
50 Wednesday 12th June - Nightingale Valley
Following the Brislington Brook through Nightingale Valley and St
Anne’s Woods. Visiting a lonely goat, a holy well, a flood prevention
scheme and a very ancient tree.
Leader: Clare
51. Monday 24th June - Severn
Beach
A coach trip to start, followed by a walk along the Severn Way mainly on
the promenade, with views across the Severn.
There is a cafe for
lunch and then return by train.
Leader: Lea
St George Strollers Walks - May 2013
48. Friday 10th May - Clifton and Redland Walk
A chance to visit the beautiful and historic Redland Church with a
member of the congregation as guide. Later we explored the
area around Blackboy Hill and enjoyed a community garden.
Travel
was by the Severn Beach Rail line
Leader: Clare
49. Wednesday 29th May - Snuff Mills
to The
Beehive
A bus to Snuff Mills, this time walking back in the opposite
direction, skirting Oldbury Court and back along the Cycle
and footpath.
We finished up at the Beehive Centre for our bi-
annual meeting with refreshments provided.
Leader: Kit
St George Strollers Walks - April 2013
46. Monday 8th April - Dundridge
Panorama
Walk
Dundridge Park and wonderful views from Panorama walk. On to
Hanham Hall Park and then lunch at the Elm
Tree pub. Return was using the 44 bus from Whittucks Rd
Leader: Susan
47. Tue 23rd April - St
George's Day Blaise Castle
A walk around the Blaise Castle estate taking in a village pump, a
tunnel and a robber's cave with lunch at the café.
Leader: Angela
St George Strollers Walks - March 2013
44. Monday 4th March - Avon
Ramble
A walk along the Avon from St Anne's, then through Netham
Park to return to our starting point. Many thanks to Justin Smith for talking to us about the wildlife at Netham.
45. Wednesday 20th March - Magpie Bottom
A circular walk from the Maypole through Magpie Bottom to
the Kingswood Foundation and back.
St George Strollers Walks - February 2013
42. Friday 8th February - Stoke Park
To
Snuff Mills
A visit Stoke Park with Steve England, Bristol Green Volunteer
of the Year and chair of Stoke Park Action Group. Steve led us from Stoke Park to Snuff Mills, sharing information
and ending the walk with a look at some fossils.
Stoke Park Facebook site >>
43. Thursday 21st February - Bristol
Plaques
A tour of some of Bristol’s historic plaques and sites around
the university area.
St George Strollers Walks - January 2013
41. Monday 7th January - Barton Hill
Due to the recent wet weather the proposed walk following the Brislington Brook through Nightingale Valley and
St Anne’s Woods was postponed. Instead there was a walk through Barton Hill.
Wednesday 23rd January - Redland
And
Clifton
Down
Unfortunately due to the weather conditions this walk had to be cancelled, it will be included in a future programme.
St George Strollers Walks - December 2012
39. Tuesday 4th December - Avon Gorge
and Harbourside
By Coach from Aldi car park and then a walk from the Sea Walls on Clifton Downs admiring views of the Avon Gorge while walking to the
Suspension Bridge. Then down to the Harbour lock and catching a ferry from Mardyke finishing at the Centre.
40. Tuesday 18th December - Pre-Christmas Walk & meeting
A walk including St George Park and Plummers Hill, with some sunshine! This was followed by refreshments and a short meeting.
Thanks to everyone who brought goodies to share.
St George Strollers Walks - November 2012
37. Monday 12th November - Page Park, Staple Hill
Enjoying the charms of Page Park after a walk along mainly
paved paths, but with a detour over Rodway Common to
a Tudor gem. Concluded with a cuppa or snack
at the Blue Sky cafe.
38. Friday 23rd November - Harbourside and Heretics
This was a gentle walk round the Temple quarter and
central Bristol taking in some religious history and seeing
a few of our most famous churches. Starting at
Old Market and finishing at the Cathedral after exploring back lanes near Temple Church and the Harbourside.
St George Strollers Walks - October 2012
35. Friday 12th October - Kings Weston
A special walk in Kings Weston Park, learning about its
many historic features, with local guide David Martyn of Kings Weston Action Group (KWAG).
Travel was by coach funded by Community First. Lunch was in the cafe in Kings Weston House.
36. Wednesday 31st October - Haunted Bristol
A wet Halloween tour of Bristol’s haunted past hearing
scary tales of mysterious happenings around the
centre of Bristol. Not all of them locations you would
expect!
St George Strollers Walks - September 2012
33. Monday 10th September - Bitton to Swineford
A circular walk from Bitton along the river to Swineford, returning across Brewery Hill on the Monarch's Way, with views across the Avon towards the Mendips. Some of the walkers then had lunch at Bitton Railway Station before returning to St George on the bus.
34. Tuesday 25th September - North Common Walk
A walk from Warmley to North Common and back. This walk on a dry morning with some sunshine was mostly off road or on quiet back roads.
St George Strollers Walks - August 2012
31. Friday 10th August - Eastwood Farm
Starting from the Maypole, a walk down to the river at Conham, taking the Ferry (50p return) across to visit the water meadows of Eastwood Farm. There was then a break to enjoy refreshments at Beeses Riverside Bar & Tea Gardens before returning to Hanham via Dundridge Park.
32. Wednesday 29th August - M Shed Walk
On a wet day this is a historic guided walk, run by the M Shed took in the Floating Harbour, Bedminster, Victoria Park and returning to the M Shed.
St George Strollers Walks - July 2012
29. Tuesday 10th July - Northern
Slopes
A visit to the spectacular views of the Northern Slopes in Lower
Knowle with expert guide, Julia Tutton, from the Northern
Slopes Initiative. The walk was linear, returning from a different
bus stop from the one used to arrive at the start of the walk.
30. Wednesday 25th July - Kelston Round Top
This one-way walk was more challenging than our usual walks, taking in part of the
Cotswold Way, with wonderful views, and ending at the Old
Crown in Kelston for lunch.
St George Strollers Walks - June 2012
27. Wed 13 June - St Phillips Greenway
A walk through Netham park, to Barton Hill, then across the Feeder Canal, and on to the Black Castle via Arnos Vale and a stop at their new café. This was a one way walk, returning by bus.
28. Fri 29th June Walled
Garden Walk
A walk to find out about allotments, then on through Barton Hill
to the Walled Garden for lunch via the cycle path.
This walk got a plug in an article in 'The Post' on St George.
St George Strollers Walks - May 2012
25. Fri 11th May - Warmley
Forest Park
After a short bus ride, this walk took us through Warmley Forest Park and over
Siston Common. As well as lovely countryside and great views
it included evidence of past industrial activity.
26. Mon 21st May - Birthday
Walk
To celebrate 12 months since the Strollers were formed this was a special walk on Troopers Hill
led by radio’s wildlife expert, Ed Drewitt. This was followed by refreshments (including and excellent birthday cake!) at Summerhill Methodist Church and a meeting to plan year 2.
St George Strollers Walks - April 2012
23. Tue 10th April - Warmley Wander
This was a chance to discover the hidden history of industrial Warmley. It included a visit to Neptune and the Grotto followed by a light lunch at museum cafe. Afterwards some walkers stayed to visit the fascinating museum. Many thanks to our guest leader, Alan.
24. Mon 23rd April - St George’s
Day Walk
A visit (in the rain) to a hidden gem of an 18th Century building hidden in
the Crews Hole Woodlands and known as the Bath House. By
kind permission of the landowners.
There is a video showing the Bath House on our Video Project page.
St George Strollers Walks - March 2012
21. Thur 15th March - Deep Pit Mine and Coal walk
A walk through coal mining history in Speedwell and Fishponds.
22. Wed 28th March Stapleton to St George
The walk included a look at Snuff Mills, a stroll through the Frome Valley and Eastville Park and some back ways through Whitehall.
St George Strollers Walks - February 2012
19. Mon 13th February City Walls Walk
A walk around the perimeter of the original settlement of Bristol to discover some of the history with a stop for refreshments at St Stephen’s cafe.
20. Wed 29th February Discover the Dings
A linear walk exploring the Dings and on through Temple Meads station to Victoria Park. The walk Continued to Windmill City Farm, to Bedminster and then buses home.
St George Strollers Walks - January 2012
17. Wed 11th January Brandon Hill
Led by park keeper Darren. A visit Brandon Hill Park and the newly restored tower.
18. Fri 27th January Meadow Vale
This walk connected 3 of St George’s green spaces, Meadow Vale, Troopers Hill and Plummers Hill using some little known walkways. Everyone enjoyed hot soup afterwards at the Meadow Vale Community Centre.
St George Strollers Walks - December 2011
15. Tuesday 7th December Harbourside Walk
A walk around the harbour with its colourful mix of old and new and a short ferry ride.
16. Tues 13th December Christmas Walk
Starting from St George Park and including Greenbank Cemetery in a hail storm before ending up at the Beehive Centre for a festive celebration.
St George Strollers Walks - November 2011
13. Wednesday 2nd November St George Park Walk & Planning Meeting
A wander around the park followed by a discussion meeting with light refreshments in the library.
14.Friday 11th November Remembrance Walk
A walk starting at Hanham Common that included a visit to a cross in memory of a World War 2 bomber pilot, Frank Samuel Martin, in Hencliff Woods. We held a two minute silence at 11am.
St George Strollers Walks - October 2011
11. Monday 10th October Cock Rd Ramble -
A wander around the Cock Rd Ridge Open Space, ending with a visit to the cafe in Grimsbury Farm for tea and coffee.
12. Wednesday 19th October Wild City Walk - A visit to South Bristol's Hengrove Mounds, which used to be an airfield but is now a major area for wildlife. Thanks to Paula from the Wild City Project for leading this walk and telling us about the site.
St George Strollers Walks - September 2011
8. Monday 12th September Hanham History Walk - An exploration of Hanham with Roy Crew
9. Friday 16th September Bat Detecting - an evening walk in Netham Park.
10. Friday 30th September Partnership Walk - With other walking groups from across Bristol on a
walk through Nightingale Valley and St. Annes
Woods.
St George Strollers Walks - August 2011
6. Thur 11th Aug Troopers Hill - A wet evening, but a good turnout for the Strollers first evening walk. As well as Troopers Hill, we visited Dundridge Park.
7. Wed 24th Aug Wick Golden Valley - A short bus trip for a walk in this wonderful Local Nature Reserve in South Glos followed by lunch in the local pub.
St George Strollers Walks - July 2011
4. Mon 4th July Willsbridge Wander - a short bus trip followed by an exploration of Willsbridge LNR in hot sunshine.
5. Wed 20th July Avon Aquatic Wander - A walk around Wyatts View Open Space and Netham Park was followed by a return boat trip on historic boat Redshank to Beeses Riverside Bar and Tea Gardens to enjoy a singing event as part of the Wild River Festival. Thanks to St George Neighbourhood Partnership for funding the boat trip from their 'Wellbeing' fund.
St George Strollers Walk - June 2011
3. Tue 21st June 2011 - Solstice Saunter - The first of the group's regular walks visiting, St George Park, Royate Hill LNR and Eastville Park.
St George Strollers Taster Walk - Mon 23rd May 2011
2. This second taster walk for the St George Strollers visited Magpie Bottom followed by refreshments at Wesley Memorial Church Hall.
St George Strollers Launch Walk - Wed 11th May 2011
1. This first walk for the St George Strollers included St George Park and Avonview followed by refreshments at St George Labour Club.
A St George Park Strolls start from The Beehive Centre, Stretford Road at 10.30am on the third Tuesday of each month.
Monday 9th September - Keynsham Circular
Thursday 8th August - Sea Mills to Shirehampton
Tuesday 9th July - Clevedon River Walk
Thursday 13th June - A Bristol Meander
Monday 24th June - Emersons Green to Page Park
Tuesday 14th May - Bath Botanic Gardens
Thursday 11th April - Hanham Mount & Magpie Bottom
Tuesday 12th March - Meanwhile Park
Friday 9th February - Deep Pit Mine & Coal
Wednesday 10th January - A Stroll Around Northville
Friday 8th December - Farmwards from Lawrence Hill
Tuesday 7th November - Here Be Dragons Too
Monday 9th October - Warmley to Bitton via Wllsbridge Mill
Tuesday 12th September - St Georges Park to Snuff Mills
Friday 11th August - New Stoke Park Sculptures
Wednesday 12th July - St Werburghs Wander
Monday 12th June - Blaise Castle
Thursday 11th May - Severn Beach
A linear walk ending in Easton Leisure Centre with
refreshments & our 250th walk celebratory cake. We visited the
sites of pubs that have been closed or re-developed &
shared stories of good nights out in Redfield, Barton Hill &
Lawrence Hill.
Tuesday 11th April - Visiting Cleopatra
Tuesday 14th March - Warmley Railway & Ring Road Paths
Friday 10th February - Nailsea with views of Wraxall
Wednesday 11th January - A Saintly
Meander
Thursday 8th December - Christmas Walk
Wed 16th November - The Dings and St Philips
Wednesday 5th October - Easton Past And Present
Thursday 8th September - Southmead to Westbury-on-Trym
Tuesday 2nd August - Green Hanham
Friday 8th July - Saltford
