Bath Skyline

See far out over Bath and beyond
Looking out over Bath and beyond
Try out some fun 50 Things activities
We use conservation grazing to maintain habitats for wildflowers

See far out over Bath and beyond
Looking out over Bath and beyond
Try out some fun 50 Things activities
We use conservation grazing to maintain habitats for wildflowers

Wide open space overlooking the World Heritage City of Bath

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Go wild this summer in our Woodland Play Area

Every Wednesday during the school holidays is a Wild Wednesday, with a morning of activities in the Woodland Play Area on Claverton Down. The Skyline rangers and events team will be on hand with a whole host of activities for you to try. There is a different theme each week, from bugs and mud to sticks and pirates.

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Things to see and do

Walks

Bath Skyline Walk

Savour the magnificent views down into the picturesque city of Bath and stroll through hidden valleys, woodlands and meadows, all rich in wildlife.

Walk to the View!

Stunning views, hidden waterways and Georgian history. You'll find simple step-by-step instructions here.

Children on the see-saw planks at the Woodland Play Area

Family Discovery Trail

Fairies, geocaches and 50 Things wait for you in the woods on Claverton Down. There's a pushchair friendly 2 mile walk, or a natural play area to run around in.

Things to see and do

Woodland Play Area

The Woodland Play Area, created in 2013, is one of the highlights of the Family Discovery Trail.

Hummocks made by yellow meadow ants on the Bath Skyline

Top spots for history and wildlife lovers

Discover an Iron Age hill fort, 18th-century follies, hidden valleys, tranquil woodlands and meadows all with an array of flora and fauna. Take a virtual tour.

Top spots for 50 Things

With 500 acres to hop, skip and jump in, you'll quickly complete lots of the 50 Things activities.

Little Solsbury Hill

Little Solsbury Hill is a lesser known corner of the Skyline. Discover its iron age history and diverse wildlife.

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What's on

Wild Wednesday: Summer bug hunt

Wed 26 Jul 2017

10:30-12:30

As a bug hunter in the Woodland Play Area, you can search for creepy crawlies, or maybe a millipede, and seek out butterflies in the surrounding fields.

Wild Wednesday: Mud glorious mud

Wed 02 Aug 2017

10:30-12:30

What can you do with mud? Make mud pies, soup and cupcakes in the mud kitchen, sculptures, mud castles, the possibilities are endless.

City to Countryside Walk

Tue 08 Aug 2017

+ 4 other dates

10:00-14:30

Stretch your legs and glimpse a different side to Bath, as you wander from city to countryside with our Bath Skyline volunteer.

Wild Wednesday: Pirate adventure

Wed 09 Aug 2017

10:30-12:30

We invite you to climb aboard the pirate ship as it sets sail for a jolly adventure. Pirate crafts, fun and games.

Wild Wednesday: Woodland adventures

Wed 16 Aug 2017

10:30-12:30

You can have so much fun in the woods. There will be crafts, challenges and a scavenger hunt.

Wild Wednesday: All about sticks

Wed 23 Aug 2017

10:30-12:30

What can you do with a stick? Build a den, make a wand, play games, make music... There will be a selection of activities on offer for you to try out.

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