Walks & Events

Mendip Society Events

Would all members please be sure to carry their membership cards as proof of current membership when attending society events and talks.  Event organisers have been asked to check eligibility in order to be fair to all.

We are now using Zeffy as an online ticketing platform. Clicking the orange link within the listing will open a separate window that enables you to obtain a ticket.  Most Walks, Talks and Events are still free to members, but you MUST follow the instructions carefully to get your full members benefits.

Zeffy will give you a "chance" to donate to their funding, but you are under absolutely no obligation to do so.

Friday July 24th. 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Ebbor Grove farm Discovery Trail.  

A farm visit with a twist. Neil and Lottie are planning a discovery trail around their regenerative farm, which sits just above Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve on the southern edge of the Mendip Plateau. Most of the farm is at about 250 metres above sea level with fantastic views across the Somerset levels to Glastonbury Tor, the Bristol Channel, the Quantocks and even Exmoor on a clear day. 

This visit includes a bit of a challenge, finding questions and facts posted at points around the farm aimed at spurring on a discussion afterwards, over tea and cake, about the farm and the philosophy of regenerative farming that Neil and Lottie espouse. 

An entertaining and educational visit for all, come along, join in, and discover something new in idyllic countryside.

Members free, non-members £5.00 Limited to 20 places. ADVANCE BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Click here to reserve a place.


Meeting at: Ebbor Grove Farm, Dursdon Drove, Priddy. BA5 3BA

NGR: ST 525 495 What three words ref: ///mealtime.canoe.beaters

Saturday August 1st. 10:30 - 1:30 (approx.). Folly Farm Walk - led by Ian Dagger.

A Walk around the Avon Wildlife Trust Reserve at Folly Farm.

A lengthy uphill stretch at start, climbing on path through woodland, which can be muddy after rain. Steep rough descent. (walking poles useful). therefore graded Hard. Members free, non-members £5.00. Limited to 12 places. Sorry but NO dogs on this walk. Click here to reserve a place.


Meeting at: Car Park, Folly Lane. Off of A368, Stowey-Sutton, BS39 4DD (nearest)

NGR: ST 606 604. What three words ref: ///unsigned.mimics.playing  

Tuesday August 11th. 9:30 - 1:00.  Members only  Walk around South side of Blagdon Lake with Nigel Millbourne

A short, level walk around the South side of Bladgon Lake with Nigel Milborne, looking for summer waders. 

Bring a drink & a snack, and please dress to suit the weather forecast on the day. Limited to 10 places. £7 per head to cover the cost of a Bristol Water Day Permit. Please note that this is a members only event. Click here to reserve a place.


Meeting at: South side of Blagdon Dam, near Park Lane, East End, Bladgon, North Somerset. BS40 7UL

NGR: ST 504 597. What three words ref: ///multiple.pinging.latches

Friday August 14th. 10:30am - 12:00pm. A walk around Priddy Mineries with a Chartered Geologist. 

Nick Hawkes describes himself as a “Semi-retired” geologist. However, a career in geology worldwide makes the chance to walk around the Mineries with him an un-missable opportunity. We will be walking on Uneven Terrain, so stout footwear is required. Please also be aware that the car park at Stockhill now has a charging machine in place, so car share if you can and bring a card to make payment. 

Members free, non-members £5.00 Limited to 15 places. Click here to reserve a place.


Meeting at: Stockhill Wood Car Park. (Forestry Commission)

NGR: ST 548 513. What three words ref: ///regrowth.hardens.flag

Saturday September 5th. 2:00pm - 6:00pm. Somerset V Hitler: A WW2 walk on Blackdown. 

A moderate walk of around six miles in total (3+ hours duration). with some uphill sections and potentially rough, wet ground to cover. Suitable clothing and footwear essential.  Following the walk you are invited in to nearby St Hugh’s Church, where tea, cake and a toilet facility will be available. (Small donation to St Hugh's for tea and cake appreciated). Limited to 20 places. Members free, £5 for non-members. Click here to reserve a place.


Meeting at: The Charterhouse Centre (Car park) by 2pm. 

NGR: ST 501 557. What three words ref: ///gong.shaky.facelift. 

Friday November 20th 7:00pm.* Yeo Valley Organic Garden and Marketing - An evening with Sarah Mead.

Followed by a Christmas social with coffee and mince pies. 

This one is bound to be popular, book early to avoid disapointment!

A very special occasion for the society. A rare chance to hear about Sarah’s vision for all things Yeo.

Free to Members, £5 for guests. Entry by pre-booked ticket only.  To book a place, please click here.



AT: Bishop Sutton Village Hall, Wick Road, Bishop Sutton BS39 5XQ. 

NGR: ST 583 593. What three words ref: ///lamp.youths.reclusive 

* Doors open 6:45pm (Please note this time is later than printed in our newsletter)

Walks are graded as follows:


  • Easy. Up to 4 miles (1½ - 2hrs), less than 50m of continuous ascent, mainly low gradients or flat. Terrain mainly undemanding, eg reasonable paths used, little loose rock, stones or large areas of mud or water.
  • Moderate. 4 – 6 miles (2- 3½ hrs), 50m-150m of continuous ascent, terrain undulating but either one significant hill or several smaller ones. Terrain may include small areas of rock, loose stones, mud, minor scrub.
  • Harder. More than 6 miles of the type of walking in the Moderate class, or continuous steep ascents of more than 150m (400ft) or a number of smaller steep hills or more than one of these features. Terrain as Moderate class or worse. 
  • Steep. Indicates that a significant part of a walk is on hillside or involves steep ground - a good level of fitness is therefore required.


For any queries please contact the Walk Coordinator (see Contact page).