From Avoncliff, take the footpath heading under the aqueduct, and follow the river downstream. Keep on the path next to the river - about halfway along you will cross from Wiltshire into Somerset! Carry on to Freshford village, stopping at the Inn at Freshford if you have worked up a thirst! From Freshford, cross the river at the road bridge to reach Sherpstone and then follow the path on the southern bank of the river.
About 1.18 km (~0.73 miles) from
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Patricia
A beautiful walk from Freshford to Avoncliff .in the winter months though the footpath becomes almost impossible from the Freshford end once one has left the new path I believe that the responsibility from there is with Wiltshire Council .
patrikG
It is indeed and has been changed.
Jon Ingleson
Not Sherpstone. It even says it on the map
Timwoods
Hi Dawn, thanks for the update! Do let us know when it opens again. Tim
Dawn Coe
The path between Avoncliff and Freshford is currently closed half way along. The footpath has been closed by the council so they can lay a new footpath! Ironic. There is no warning at the beginning of the path, no idea how long it is closed for so check before you leave. Couldn't find a detour.
Timwoods
Parking? On a car-free walk? The chance to enjoy a pint or three in the Inn at Freshford is one of many good reasons to take the train for this walk!
Roger Hayward
Also worth parking in the Freshford Inn (they do a lovely pint and great food at the end) and pick up this walk. At Iford I turn left over the bridge and follow the road until it picks up the path back into Freshford. Makes a nice circular walk with minimal roads, about 1hr 30mins.
roger griffiths
Truly wonderful walk. England at its very best. Cream tea at Iford Manor or good beers at the Inn, Freshford or Cross Guns at Avoncliff- the choice is yours. World Class!