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.

Please note: From 2026 on we are 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.

Sunday March 29th 2026- 10:30am - 12:30pm.  Discover the Nature in Dry Stone Walls.  With MHNL Recovery Ranger, Nathan Orr.

A short, but informative walk discovering some hidden wonders.  Members free, non-members £5.00.

Generally easy going, but there will be stiles to be negotiated, and you should expect quite a lot of standing still while Nathan "shows and tells". 

Therefore warm layers and wet weather gear is advisable. 

Limited to 20 places.  Tickets can be obtained by clicking here and following the instructions.

Meeting at Deer Leap Car Park:  Deer Leap, Priddy, Somerset, England, BA5 1EL

NGR: ST 519 492. What three words ref: ///variances.larger.bookings

Saturday April 11th 2026- 10:00am - 1:00pm.  The Mendip Society AGM.  Followed by guest speaker, Richard Ellam.

ALL members welcome - no need to book.  This is YOUR chance to have a say in the running of your society. Guests are welcome after the official business is concluded for the talk. “From Stockton to Crystal Palace”.

Venue: Draycott Memorial Hall, Latches Ln, Draycott. BS27 3FN. 

NGR: ST 473 512. What three words ref: ///pram.burglars.lightens

Wednesday April 22nd 2026- 9:30am - 1:30pm.  A visit to Yeo Valley with lunch. 

Learn all about one of our most successful local dairy businesses, take a guided walk around the farm and follow it up with a fabulous two-course lunch at their renowned HQ “canteen”.  The price of a place on this special event is just £12.50, for members and guests alike, which includes hot drinks and your lunch.

Limited to just 20 places. ADVANCE BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Tickets can be obtained by clicking here and following the instructions.

Meeting at: Holt Farm. Blagdon, Bristol BS40 7SQ. 

NGR: ST 515 584. What three words ref: ///venturing.textiles.entire (Entrance from road)

Saturday May 9th. 10:00am - 12:00pm.  A return visit to Batch Farm. 

Roger and Christine have developed an educational resource on their smallholding near Churchill. With support from several local funds, including our Small Grants Fund, they are now able to run short courses in conjunction with the local college, MHNL and others, introducing students to land and livestock management plus restoration and renovation works - this was where the “Arty Adders” were created last year amongst other things. Roger has also uncovered a lot of local history and installed information boards to tell the story of his land. 

Free for members, £5 for others. Reserve a place by clicking here and following the instructions.

NGR: ST 441 589. What three words ref: ///trimmer.slice.headstone (Full access details with tickets)

Friday May 22nd. 11:00am. A walk to Wilkins Cider Farm. (Over 18's only please)

Meeting in the free car park in Wedmore. This is an easy, mainly flat walk of around 7Km (4.4 miles) with one small hill of around 70 meters assent. Roger Wilkins is a legend in the world of traditional Somerset cider. His product is award winning - and strong! Be prepared to carry back a sample or two of the product, and make sure you have a “designated driver” for the trip home! 

Free for members, £5 for others, EXCLUDING any purchases you may wish to make!

To book a place click here and follow the instructions.

NGR: ST 437 481. What three words ref: ///support.collision.encoded (meeting point)

Tuesday May 12th. OR Friday May 15th. 10:30am - 1:30pm. Wildlife and Flowers at Blagdon Lake  with Nigel Milborne. 

A choice of two short walks, pick whichever date works best for you. Walking on level ground looking at the wildlife and flowers around Blagdon Lake.

We will be going to the North side of the lake which isn't normally open to the public or permit holders. The meadows are a delight in May.

Some bird watching included.

ADVANCE BOOKING ESSENTIAL.  Limited to 10 places per visit - please chose your prefered date when booking.

Free for members, £5 for others.  Click here to reserve a place.

Meeting at: Blagdon Lake, North Shore (Ubley end). Off road parking will be made available

NGR: ST 524 595. What three words ref: ///processor.storming.already

Thursday June 11th. 2:30pm. A walk at Ubley Warren Reserve with Chris Billinghurst & Graham Allen.

A short walk on uneven ground, looking at the flora and fauna found on this reserve which is owned by Somerset Wildlife Trust. Free car parking can be found at The Blackmoor Reserve Car park or along the roadside beside the reserve. 

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

Meeting at: The Ubley Warren Reserve Sign Post, by the kissing gate.

NGR: ST 506 554 What three words ref: ///accompany.cubed.pupils

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).