Activities at Bath Skyline
Walk to the View!
A 3-mile circular walk from Bath city centre out to the countryside of the Bath Skyline. Stunning views, hidden waterways and Georgian history await.
- Easy
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)
Bath Skyline walk
A 6-mile circular walk, just a short stroll from Bath city centre. Enter another world in the skyline hills above Bath, through meadows and ancient woodlands to secluded valleys.
- Moderate
- 3 hours 30 mins
- 6.0 miles (9.65km)
Exploring the Family Discovery Trail
A two-mile waymarked accessible route around Claverton Down, with the woodland play area and fairy trail.
Long Wood elf and fairy foray
Can you find all 15 fairy doors at the Fairy Foray on the Bath Skyline's Family Discovery Trail.
'Walk to the View!' - a short walk
What are you doing in the next 1½ hours? Our short walk has stunning views, hidden waterways and Georgian history – all in a short walk that you can fit into a busy itinerary.
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.
City to countryside walks
These relaxed walks join city and countryside, and provide time to learn about history and the work on the Bath Skyline
Running on the Bath Skyline
Are you ready for a run? The Bath Skyline hosts the popular Bath Skyline parkrun, and there are also some guided trail runs and training programmes on offer throughout the year.
Bath Skyline Walk - new directions for 2017
Only a short stroll from the city centre, enter another world, onto the skyline hills above Bath and beyond, through meadows and ancient woodlands to secluded valleys.
- Moderate
- 3 hours 30 mins
- 6.0 miles (9.65km)
Little Solsbury Hill
Little Solsbury Hill is a lesser known corner of the Skyline. Discover its iron age history and diverse wildlife.
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.
How to get to Little Solsbury Hill
We've put together a guide to getting to Little Solsbury Hill.
Bath Skyline walk as 'energetic' as a football match
Completing the Bath Skyline walk burns as much energy as playing 90 minutes of football, according to new research by the University of Bath.
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.
Bath Skyline Family Fun and Activities
There's no excuse to stay in and watch TV when you have the whole Skyline to discover. We've got some great ideas for activities outdoors.
Seven sights to see on the Bath Skyline
A guide to interesting features - historical, architectural and natural - to look out for on the Bath Skyline.
Winter fun on the Skyline
Seasonal activities and winter fun for families to enjoy in the countryside around Bath and the Bath Skyline.
What grows on the Bath Skyline
Our rare grassland offers a stunning variety of wildflowers. Find out why it is so important, and what to see, when.