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Mells River Path – Mells River loop from Leigh-on-Mendip

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Mells River Path – Mells River loop from Leigh-on-Mendip

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Mells River Path – Mells River loop from Leigh-on-Mendip

04:47

17.8km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.19 km

The Talbot Inn

Highlight • Pub

Talbot inn at Mells is one of the best pubs in the area. Huge garden and traditional interior

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5.43 km

Mells Village Shop, Post Office and Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great place to stop for tea and cake on a ride or walk. Attached is a little shop selling local produce which is handy if you need to grabs some snacks to take on the road.

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5.52 km

Mells Community Café

Highlight • Cafe

Good point to stop for a break

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6.84 km

Mells River Path

Highlight • River

Great walking route between Mells & Frome

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7.24 km

St Andrew's Church, Mells

Highlight • Religious Site

Beautiful stained-glass and associations with many famous people, including the grave of Siegfried Sassoon

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7.46 km

When exploring the Mells River area, it's advisable to wear sturdy, waterproof hiking boots with good ankle support and deep tread to navigate the varied terrain comfortably [1]. Additionally, carrying …

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8.10 km

Mells River Stone Bridge

Highlight • River

In the valley below Great Elm, a charming bridge crosses the Mells River, with a bench on the riverbank offering a peaceful spot to enjoy the views or take a …

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8.23 km

Stone Bridge Over Stream

Highlight (Segment) • Other

17.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.34 km

5.54 km

4.04 km

1.06 km

435 m

365 m

Surfaces

7.98 km

3.50 km

3.42 km

1.41 km

1.06 km

137 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

16°C

10°C

46 %

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Mells River Path – Mells River loop from Leigh-on-Mendip

The Talbot Inn

Mells Village Shop, Post Office and Café

Mells Community Café

Mells River Path

St Andrew's Church, Mells

Mells River

Mells River Stone Bridge

Stone Bridge Over Stream

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