Ice-age to the Cold War: exclusive walk with the Mendip Volunteer Rangers
Would you like to experience a walk where a distance of just over one mile takes you on a journey through more than a million years of history?
If so, then join our volunteer rangers for a guided walk to learn more about this fascinating and ancient landscape. Along the way, hear about Mendip in the Stone and Bronze ages, visit an Iron Age camp, learn about the late C18 agricultural enclosures, and discover a secret Cold War research station and bunker.
Terrain & accessibility
This is a 3.5 km (2 mile) walk on mainly on level ground (there are some slopes). The ground is rough and uneven in places. There are no stiles on this route. We will walk at a gentle pace, with plenty of stops to talk about what we see on the way. The walk will take about 2.5 hours.
Who is it suitable for?
This walk is suitable for adults and families with older children (age 11 and older) who are comfortable walking this distance over varied terrain.
We ask that you please don’t bring your dog with you.
Time and location:
Date: 2.30pm Saturday 15th August 2026
Duration: 2 ½ hours
Distance: 3.5 km (2 miles)
The Mendip Hills & You: Have you shared your view?
Nearly 500 people have already completed the major user-survey for the Mendip Hills National Landscape, have you?
The user survey is to help us understand what you love most, where you go, and what could make your experience even better. By sharing your thoughts, you’ll help create a future that balances access and the protection of this beautiful landscape.
It only takes a few minutes—and your input really will make a difference. Take part online or look out for the researchers across the hills this summer. Let’s work together to keep Mendip a place we all cherish
