Walking Guide - Quantocks, Mendips and Somerset Levels | Ordnance Survey - Short Walks

Topoguide (in English) from the publisher Ordnance Survey with detailed information sheets for hiking in Somerset (England).

Description provided by the publisher:

Discover ten short and leisurely walks across the Quantocks, Mendips and Somerset Levels with 'Short Walks Made Easy'. Perfect for beginners and seasoned walkers alike, these routes are ideal for families and young adventurers, offering enjoyable and manageable routes to explore the region together.

Three distinctive Somerset regions are covered in this guide: the Bristol Channel coast and the characteristically wooded combes of the Quantock Hills National Landscape; the stunning limestone grassland and deep, rocky gorges of the Mendip Hills National Landscape; and the low-lying marsh and marshes of the Somerset Wetlands National Nature Reserve.

Quantocks, Mendips and Somerset Levels Short Walks Made Easy includes:

• 10 Accessible Walks: Suitable for the whole family.
• Conveniently Short Routes: Walks range from 1 to 4 miles, designed to be completed within a couple of hours and suitable for all year round. Perfect for families, casual walkers, or anyone short on time.
• Easy Planning: Each walk features an information panel with details on distance, estimated time, parking, public toilets, nearby cafes and pubs, public transport options, terrain and recommended footwear.
• Clear and Reliable Mapping: Routes include simplified large-scale mapping for ultra-clear route finding and confidence along the way.
• Numbered Points: Link maps to route descriptions, walk profiles, and photographs for each point, ensuring you know exactly where you're going.
• Enriched Walks: Captivating stories behind the walks and Nature Notes on local wildlife and plant species enhance your experience by highlighting what to look out for and learn about along the way.