{"id":18853,"date":"2026-01-26T01:51:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T22:51:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/?p=18853"},"modified":"2026-02-13T02:24:48","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T23:24:48","slug":"river-chew-circular","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/en\/river-chew-circular\/","title":{"rendered":"River Chew Circular Walk: A Countryside Route Near Bristol"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"18853\" class=\"elementor elementor-18853\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d122b5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0d122b5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fef1f1a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fef1f1a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The <strong>River Chew Circular<\/strong> is a truly beautiful and scenically diverse <strong>explore<\/strong> through the rolling countryside of Somerset, <strong>England<\/strong>. This <strong>trail<\/strong> is rich in local <strong>heritage<\/strong>, combining lovely <strong>farmland scenery<\/strong> and elevated <strong>views over the countryside<\/strong> with spectacular historic sites.\u00a0<\/p><p>I chose this route specifically for its mix of natural beauty and historical <strong>landmarks<\/strong>, including the famous <strong>Pensford Viaduct<\/strong> and the <strong>Stanton Drew Stone Circles<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d5f935 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5d5f935\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-05d30e5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"05d30e5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1547\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXcOrUYGetcDBhGGSej32mQpdFaAeMxhRlLdunPZE_seM9g90-rMpQ2X.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-18857\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXcOrUYGetcDBhGGSej32mQpdFaAeMxhRlLdunPZE_seM9g90-rMpQ2X.png 1547w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXcOrUYGetcDBhGGSej32mQpdFaAeMxhRlLdunPZE_seM9g90-rMpQ2X-768x333.png 768w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXcOrUYGetcDBhGGSej32mQpdFaAeMxhRlLdunPZE_seM9g90-rMpQ2X-600x260.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1547px) 100vw, 1547px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3741155 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3741155\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38be4cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"38be4cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This <strong>guide<\/strong> covers my experience on this challenging, yet highly rewarding, circuit.<\/p><h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2><ul><li><strong>My Core Activity<\/strong>: A moderately strenuous, <strong>hilly and muddy hike<\/strong> and <strong>historical explore<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>The Route&#8217;s Distance<\/strong>: A substantial circular route, estimated to be around <strong>6\u20137 miles<\/strong> based on the number of <strong>landmarks<\/strong> visited.<\/li><li><strong>Key Landmarks<\/strong>: <strong>Pensford Viaduct<\/strong>, <strong>Stanton Drew Stone Circles<\/strong>, and the <strong>River Chew<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>The Path&#8217;s Surface<\/strong>: Earth paths and farmland, which become very <strong>muddy<\/strong> in wetter conditions, requiring care.<\/li><li><strong>My Rating<\/strong>: Moderate to Strenuous, due to the <strong>hilly<\/strong> nature and the potential for very <strong>muddy<\/strong> terrain.<\/li><\/ul><h2>The Full Loop: My Ascent Through History<\/h2><p>My <strong>hike<\/strong> on the <strong>River Chew Circular<\/strong> began near the assumed trailhead, requiring careful attention due to the <strong>limited roadside parking<\/strong>. I set off into the <strong>farmland scenery<\/strong>, immediately encountering the undulating nature of the route. This is a genuinely <strong>hilly<\/strong> circuit, providing a good piece of <strong>outdoors activities<\/strong> and physical challenge.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1239a1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d1239a1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebc403b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ebc403b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXc6MNfyrRkifyBOEZrFBCAjwJ5-aBTK2DUJgcFF82yOFAv-hnIOwr9E.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-18859\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXc6MNfyrRkifyBOEZrFBCAjwJ5-aBTK2DUJgcFF82yOFAv-hnIOwr9E.png 1600w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXc6MNfyrRkifyBOEZrFBCAjwJ5-aBTK2DUJgcFF82yOFAv-hnIOwr9E-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXc6MNfyrRkifyBOEZrFBCAjwJ5-aBTK2DUJgcFF82yOFAv-hnIOwr9E-600x450.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b3c148 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0b3c148\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d59214a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d59214a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The scenery quickly became spectacular. I passed through stretches of lovely countryside, enjoying elevated <strong>views over the countryside<\/strong> that stretched for miles\u2014a reward for the strenuous climbs. The undulating terrain was reminiscent of the <a href=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/Waseley-Hills-Rabbit-Trail\/\"><strong>Waseley Hills Rabbit Trail<\/strong><\/a>, though here the focus quickly shifted from open hills to rich historical context.<\/p><p>The first major historical <strong>landmark<\/strong> I encountered was the impressive <strong>Pensford Viaduct<\/strong>. Seeing this magnificent piece of Victorian railway <strong>heritage<\/strong> towering over the valley was a true highlight of the <strong>explore<\/strong>. I took time to appreciate its engineering and <strong>history<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-944bd83 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"944bd83\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e9a2ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2e9a2ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXdTeYp-S_dOeo0jlhVPScNa4rA4pAIDB0gj0ZUSalbJDvhjl14lf0MZ.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-18854\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXdTeYp-S_dOeo0jlhVPScNa4rA4pAIDB0gj0ZUSalbJDvhjl14lf0MZ.png 1600w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXdTeYp-S_dOeo0jlhVPScNa4rA4pAIDB0gj0ZUSalbJDvhjl14lf0MZ-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXdTeYp-S_dOeo0jlhVPScNa4rA4pAIDB0gj0ZUSalbJDvhjl14lf0MZ-600x450.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d1e89e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4d1e89e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65aeab4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"65aeab4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A little further on, I reached the ancient <strong>Stanton Drew Stone Circles<\/strong>. Exploring this enigmatic pre-historic <strong>site<\/strong>\u2014one of the largest stone circles in <strong>England<\/strong>\u2014was a powerful moment of cultural <strong>tourism<\/strong> and connection to deep <strong>history<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7585dc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b7585dc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38eb9d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"38eb9d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXfeYe7GeWZ-tyTF8ZAAgpW4tPWo7GOkBCBS7eL3WDkHy-m3J6f3EOb0.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-18861\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXfeYe7GeWZ-tyTF8ZAAgpW4tPWo7GOkBCBS7eL3WDkHy-m3J6f3EOb0.png 1440w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXfeYe7GeWZ-tyTF8ZAAgpW4tPWo7GOkBCBS7eL3WDkHy-m3J6f3EOb0-768x326.png 768w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXfeYe7GeWZ-tyTF8ZAAgpW4tPWo7GOkBCBS7eL3WDkHy-m3J6f3EOb0-600x255.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c5794f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4c5794f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07ee8af elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"07ee8af\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>As I completed the loop, following paths near the <strong>River Chew<\/strong>, I noted the conditions. The paths were indeed often <strong>muddy<\/strong>, requiring <strong>appropriate footwear<\/strong> and care, especially on the slopes. I also paid close attention for <strong>livestock along the paths<\/strong>, another important piece of <strong>knowledge<\/strong> to heed, especially if out with a dog. I completed the full <strong>explore<\/strong> (around <strong>6.5 miles<\/strong>) in about <strong>3 hours and 15 minutes<\/strong> at a steady, cautious pace due to the terrain.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45b174c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"45b174c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f4a544 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0f4a544\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c60e16e eael-table-align-center eael-dt-th-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-data-table\" data-id=\"c60e16e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-data-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-data-table-wrap\" data-table_id=\"c60e16e\" id=\"eael-data-table-wrapper-c60e16e\" data-custom_responsive=\"false\">\n\t\t\t<table class=\"tablesorter eael-data-table center\" id=\"eael-data-table-c60e16e\">\n\t\t\t    <thead>\n\t\t\t        <tr class=\"table-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t            <th class=\"\" id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"data-table-header-text\">Trail Overview<\/span><\/th>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t            <th class=\"\" id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"data-table-header-text\">Details from My Trip<\/span><\/th>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        <\/tr>\n\t\t\t    <\/thead>\n\t\t\t  \t<tbody>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDistance Covered\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t~6.5 miles (Estimated loop)\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSurface\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEarth and farmland paths, often very muddy and slippery.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tClimbing\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHilly and undulating (Strenuous effort).\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMy Time\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3 hours 15 minutes (Steady pace with historical stops).\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMy Rating\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tModerate to Strenuous, rewarding but challenging terrain.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFeatures\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPensford Viaduct, Stanton Drew Stone Circles, River Chew.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t    <\/tbody>\n\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t  \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9529117 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9529117\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b4bf0c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b4bf0c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Getting There: Transport and Timing<\/h2><p>Access to the start of the <strong>River Chew Circular<\/strong> is straightforward by car, but parking requires patience and respect for the local area. I chose a late morning start to allow the ground to firm up slightly after an overnight dew.<\/p><h3>Driving and Parking Details<\/h3><p>Driving is the most practical way to reach this countryside <strong>explore<\/strong>.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Parking Situation<\/strong>: The information notes <strong>limited roadside parking at the trailhead<\/strong>. I found a safe spot, but it required careful attention to avoid blocking gates or driveways. Respectful parking is key <strong>knowledge<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Time<\/strong>: The drive from the nearest major town took me about <strong>20 minutes<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3><br \/>Public Transport Details<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Bus Service<\/strong>: Local bus services may connect the nearest villages, but reaching the specific trailhead via public transport would involve a lengthy walk on potentially busy country roads. This is a much less convenient piece of <strong>travel<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3><br \/>Comparative Travel Table<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3abed06 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3abed06\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-561897f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"561897f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f583fb eael-table-align-center eael-dt-th-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-data-table\" data-id=\"1f583fb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-data-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"eael-data-table-wrap\" data-table_id=\"1f583fb\" id=\"eael-data-table-wrapper-1f583fb\" data-custom_responsive=\"false\">\n\t\t\t<table class=\"tablesorter eael-data-table center\" id=\"eael-data-table-1f583fb\">\n\t\t\t    <thead>\n\t\t\t        <tr class=\"table-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t            <th class=\"\" id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"data-table-header-text\">Transport Method<\/span><\/th>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t            <th class=\"\" id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"data-table-header-text\">My Estimated Time from Leeds City Centre<\/span><\/th>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t            <th class=\"\" id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"data-table-header-text\">My Cost<\/span><\/th>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t            <th class=\"\" id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"data-table-header-text\">Notes<\/span><\/th>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t        <\/tr>\n\t\t\t    <\/thead>\n\t\t\t  \t<tbody>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCar (Driving)\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t20 minutes\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFree (Roadside)\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMost practical, but requires patience for parking.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBus + Walk\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t50+ minutes total\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStandard fare\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t   \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"td-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"td-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tInconvenient for this remote countryside hike.\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t        \t\t\t    <\/tbody>\n\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t  \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66020cd e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"66020cd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2da3815 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2da3815\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>I recommend using a car for this route, allowing you to carry the necessary gear for the <strong>hilly and muddy<\/strong> conditions.<\/p><h2>Beyond the Path: Running, Livestock, and Historical Focus<\/h2><p>The demanding terrain of the <strong>River Chew Circular<\/strong> makes this a superb site for focused trail <strong>run<\/strong> training, balanced by important considerations for safety and respect for the environment.<\/p><h3>Trail Running and Endurance<\/h3><ul><li><strong>My Run Assessment<\/strong>: The <strong>hilly and muddy<\/strong> nature of the route is excellent for high-intensity trail <strong>run<\/strong> training. It provides great cardiovascular effort and forces the runner to maintain balance and agility on the slippery terrain.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4693989 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4693989\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3922486 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3922486\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXenvOw3i4agVFQ2TchA-6O_XS5zxMGTygS_1q2F_0jGGAzyWYHDMCGK.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-18863\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXenvOw3i4agVFQ2TchA-6O_XS5zxMGTygS_1q2F_0jGGAzyWYHDMCGK.png 600w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXenvOw3i4agVFQ2TchA-6O_XS5zxMGTygS_1q2F_0jGGAzyWYHDMCGK-768x1024.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a6b1f0b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a6b1f0b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe55120 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe55120\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><strong>Conditions<\/strong>: <strong>Care is needed in wetter conditions<\/strong>. A trail run here is far more technically demanding and challenging than a city park <strong>explore<\/strong> like the <strong>Stanmer Park and Falmer Circular<\/strong>. [Internlink Suggestion: A trail run here is far more technically demanding and challenging than a city park explore like the Stanmer Park and Falmer Circular.]<\/li><\/ul><h3><br \/>Livestock and Safety Knowledge<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Livestock<\/strong>: The presence of <strong>livestock along the paths<\/strong> is a reality of <strong>farmland scenery<\/strong>. I took <strong>extra care if out with dogs<\/strong> (or if I had one), ensuring gates were securely closed and giving the <strong>cattle<\/strong> plenty of space. This is a crucial element of countryside <strong>knowledge<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c8761d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4c8761d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cee0217 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cee0217\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXeLu7x2Cilpzb3eyJZTljMUVMybHFCRkjTBvWRJSIwCV0tia8lvIBOa.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-18865\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXeLu7x2Cilpzb3eyJZTljMUVMybHFCRkjTBvWRJSIwCV0tia8lvIBOa.png 1600w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXeLu7x2Cilpzb3eyJZTljMUVMybHFCRkjTBvWRJSIwCV0tia8lvIBOa-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/hikeriderun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AD_4nXeLu7x2Cilpzb3eyJZTljMUVMybHFCRkjTBvWRJSIwCV0tia8lvIBOa-600x450.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12411c0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"12411c0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-257d631 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"257d631\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Historical Appreciation<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Viaduct &amp; Circles<\/strong>: The historical <strong>landmarks<\/strong> (Pensford Viaduct and Stone Circles) offer fascinating stops that break up the physical <strong>outdoors activities<\/strong>. The view of the Viaduct alone is worth the effort of the <strong>hike<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><p>This <strong>trail<\/strong> offers a blend of demanding physical <strong>outdoors activities<\/strong> and rewarding cultural <strong>tourism<\/strong>.<\/p><h2>Post-Trail Treats: Pubs and Cultural Vibe<\/h2><p>After the demanding <strong>hilly and muddy hike<\/strong>, a traditional village pub near the <strong>River Chew<\/strong> is the perfect place to rest and refuel.<\/p><h3>Village Refuel Focus<\/h3><ul><li><strong>My Venue<\/strong>: I located a classic Somerset pub in one of the nearby villages. It provided a perfect sanctuary from the mud and the hills.<\/li><li><strong>My Choice<\/strong>: A comforting hot meal and a local cider. This felt like the quintessential England countryside reward after a challenging explore. The meal cost me about <strong>\u00a317.00<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Vibe<\/strong>: The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, filled with locals and other walkers, celebrating the area\u2019s rich rural <strong>heritage<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Cultural Access and Heritage<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Pre-historic Heritage<\/strong>: The <strong>Stanton Drew Stone Circles<\/strong> are the cultural highlight. Taking the time to read the interpretation boards at the site provided fascinating <strong>knowledge<\/strong> about their age and speculated purpose.<\/li><li><strong>Victorian Engineering<\/strong>: The contrast between the ancient <strong>Stone Circles<\/strong> and the Victorian <strong>Pensford Viaduct<\/strong> is a compelling piece of local <strong>history<\/strong> and <strong>tourism<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><p>The post-hike stop is an integral part of this rewarding <strong>explore<\/strong>.<\/p><h2>Quiet Corners: Insider Tips for a Better Visit<\/h2><p>My <strong>explore<\/strong> of the <strong>River Chew Circular<\/strong> provided several critical <strong>details<\/strong> necessary for mastering its challenging rural terrain and historical features.<\/p><ul><li><strong>CRUCIAL Footwear Tip<\/strong>: Do not attempt this route without <strong>appropriate footwear<\/strong>. The paths are genuinely <strong>muddy<\/strong> in sections; waterproof, high-ankled <strong>hiking boots<\/strong> are non-negotiable for safety and comfort.<\/li><li><strong>Historical Timing<\/strong>: Plan your <strong>hike<\/strong> to spend ample time at both the <strong>Stanton Drew Stone Circles<\/strong> and the viewpoint for the <strong>Pensford Viaduct<\/strong>. These are the key <strong>landmarks<\/strong> for cultural <strong>tourism<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Parking Caution<\/strong>: Be extremely careful where you park near the trailhead, as <strong>limited roadside parking<\/strong> means spots are scarce. Park tidily and respectfully to avoid issues.<\/li><li><strong>Navigation<\/strong>: While generally well-marked, the paths through <strong>farmland scenery<\/strong> can sometimes be ambiguous. Using a detailed map or a GPS route on a phone is a good piece of <strong>knowledge<\/strong> to prevent accidental detours.<\/li><li><strong>River View<\/strong>: The best views of the <strong>River Chew<\/strong> itself are often found in the valleys, offering a peaceful contrast to the strenuous climbing.<\/li><\/ul><p>These insider <strong>details<\/strong> are the key <strong>knowledge<\/strong> for a safe, historical, and enjoyable <strong>explore.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-553c436 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"553c436\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dba5510 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dba5510\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4cc494e elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-adv-accordion\" data-id=\"4cc494e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-adv-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <div class=\"eael-adv-accordion\" id=\"eael-adv-accordion-4cc494e\" data-scroll-on-click=\"no\" data-scroll-speed=\"300\" data-accordion-id=\"4cc494e\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-toogle-speed=\"300\">\n            <div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"is-this-a-flat-route-suitable-for-a-leisurely-hike\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8041\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Is this a flat route suitable for a leisurely hike?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8041\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-labelledby=\"is-this-a-flat-route-suitable-for-a-leisurely-hike\"><p>No, the River Chew Circular is explicitly described as hilly and requires a good level of fitness. The ascents contribute greatly to the views over the countryside.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"are-the-stanton-drew-stone-circles-free-to-visit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8042\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Are the Stanton Drew Stone Circles free to visit?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8042\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-labelledby=\"are-the-stanton-drew-stone-circles-free-to-visit\"><p>Access to the stone circles is often free or requires a very small fee\/donation, making it an accessible piece of ancient heritage and tourism.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"did-i-see-the-river-chew-for-much-of-the-walk\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8043\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Did I see the River Chew for much of the walk?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8043\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-labelledby=\"did-i-see-the-river-chew-for-much-of-the-walk\"><p>The trail is named for the river, but the route often climbs high above it to achieve the views over the countryside, so the river is an intermittent feature, not a constant companion.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-should-i-do-if-i-encounter-livestock\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8044\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What should I do if I encounter livestock?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8044\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-labelledby=\"what-should-i-do-if-i-encounter-livestock\"><p>Maintain a safe distance, do not get between a mother and its young, and keep your dog (if you have one) on a short lead. Always close gates behind you to preserve the farmland scenery.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"what-is-the-most-important-item-of-travel-gear-for-this-trail\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8045\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What is the most important item of travel gear for this trail?<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8045\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-labelledby=\"what-is-the-most-important-item-of-travel-gear-for-this-trail\"><p>Appropriate footwear is the single most important item due to the guaranteed muddy and slippery conditions.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ee41bce e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ee41bce\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3450d95 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3450d95\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Banking the Memories: Why I&#8217;ll Return<\/h2><p>The <strong>River Chew Circular<\/strong> was a challenging but incredibly rewarding <strong>explore<\/strong>. The <strong>hilly and muddy<\/strong> terrain tested my fitness, but the reward was the stunning <strong>farmland scenery<\/strong> and the juxtaposition of ancient <strong>Stanton Drew Stone Circles<\/strong> with the Victorian <strong>Pensford Viaduct<\/strong>. This concentration of historical and natural landmarks makes it a must-do piece of <strong>outdoors activities<\/strong> and cultural <strong>tourism<\/strong> in Somerset. I will definitely return, perhaps after a dry spell, to enjoy the <strong>hilly<\/strong> sections at a faster trail <strong>run<\/strong> pace.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The River Chew Circular is a truly beautiful and scenically diverse explore through the rolling countryside of Somerset, England. 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