3.9km
Total Distance
152m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A walk through the dramatic limestone gorge of Burrington Combe in the Mendip Hills, where the hymn Rock of Ages was written. The path climbs past the crags and caves onto the open down of Black Down with wide views. A scenic and historic walk.

Route Map

Along the trail

Bus stop
Rock of Ages · 216m from the start
Parking
198m from the start
Surface
natural ground 75%, gravel 25%

Difficulty

2/5 · Easy